M65 delays as emergency repairs cause four miles of congestion between M6 and Blackburn

Drivers are facing long delays on the M65 in Lancashire this morning after emergency repairs were required following an earlier crash.

National Highways warn one lane is currently closed on the eastbound carriageway near junction 3 (Blackburn West / Wheelton).

Congestion is currently back to junction 1 (M6 / Lostock Hall) and National Highways say there is no timescale for when the repairs will be completed.

The repairs are taking place where the motorway crosses the River Roddlesworth with a full repair of the nearside barrier ongoing.

Drivers are being warned of delays of around 30 minutes, with around four miles of congestion building on the approach.

National Highways is urging motorists to allow extra time for their journeys and expect delays while the repairs are carried out.