Police issue statement on why M6 in Chorley was shut overnight in both directions
By Emma Downey
Published 11th Jul 2026, 10:06 GMT
The motorway was shut overnight.
Police have issued a statement on why the M6 in Chorley was shut in both directions overnight.
The motorway had shut between Junctions 27 and 28.
It reopened at 3am this morning.
A spokesperson for Lancashire Police said: “We let you know earlier that the M6 had closed in both direction between Junctions 27 and 28 due to a concern for safety.
“We can now let you know that the road is open for you to travel.
“Thank you again for your patience and drive safely on your onward journeys.”