THERE is a closure on the M6 this afternoon (Wednesday, July 28) following a crash between a car and a lorry.

The M6 northbound is closed between Junction 24 at Ashton-in-Makerfield and Junction 25 at Bryn.

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One lane has been closed due to the collision since around 2pm.

Traffic police officers and a vehicle recovery team have been called, said Highways England.