THERE has been five miles of queuing traffic following a crash on the M6 this morning, near to Haydock Island.

Traffic was stopped on the M6 southbound between Junctions 23 and 22 due to a collision this morning, Monday, December 7.

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Traffic officers, the fire and rescue service and ambulance attended the scene, along with a vehicle recovery team.

Vehicles have been moved out of live lanes.

There is a lane closure in place.