Long delays on M65 towards Preston after rush hour crash near Blackburn this morning

National Highways said there are currently delays of around one hour on the westbound carriageway, between junctions J4 (Darwen / Blackburn South) and J3 (Blackburn West / Wheelton).

One of two lanes are closed after a crash involving two cars at around 7am, said Lancashire Police.

No one was injured but the collision has led to approximately five miles of congestion on approach to the scene during morning rush hour.

Updates to follow...