M56 traffic updates as HGV and car collision shuts two lanes with 90 minute delays

A two vehicle collision on the M56 has caused two lanes to shuts and a queue of traffic.

The collision involving a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) and a car on the M56 eastbound within J11 has closed two lanes.

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90 minute delays are expected. | National Highways

A spokesperson for National Highways North-West said: “2 lanes (of 3) are closed on the #M56 eastbound within J11 #Warrington due to a collision involving an HGV and a car.

“Thankfully there were no injuries during this collision, specialist recovery is on scene working to clear the HGV.”

They added to expect delays of at least 90 minutes on approach.

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