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M66 traffic stopped southbound due to ongoing Police incident

Wednesday, 5 November 2025 17:25

By David Murphy

Traffic was stopped this evening on the M66 southbound between the A56 and Junction 1.

Traffic camera images showed significant congestion building behind the closure, with vehicles brought to a halt for several miles. The nature of the incident has not yet been disclosed, and Greater Manchester Police has been contacted for further information.

The closure caused delays through the evening peak, with drivers being advised to avoid the area and follow diversion routes where possible.

No timeline has been given for when the motorway will fully reopen, and updates are expected as the police operation progresses.

 

The live blog has now ended.

 

19:10   David Murphy

INRIX is reporting that all traffic has now cleared and returned to normal.

 

18:13   David Murphy

 

 

18:00   David Murphy

Traffic is now showing as built up on Whalley Rd, adjacent to the M66, as motorists find alternative routes around this section of the motorway. 

17:55   David Murphy

M66 Southbound closed, queueing traffic due to police incident from A56 (Ramsbottom Junction) to J1 A56 Walmersley Road (Ramsbottom). Congestion to A56/A680.

Source: INRIX

 

17:30   David Murphy

Traffic has been stopped on the M66 southbound around Ramsbottom due to a 'police-led incident' as publicised by the National Highways.

Greater Manchester Police are currently at the scene.

 

 

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