A National Highways north west spokesperson wrote on X: "The M61 northbound between J2 and J3 for the A666 remains closed due to planned overnight roadworks which have overrun their pre-agreed end ...

“Delays in excess of 30 minutes, affecting the M61 and M6 southbound. “Safe onwards journey if travelling today.” ...

Long delays are expected along lengthy stretches of the M61 after a coach burst into flames with firefighters and emergency services racing to the scene this evening There are lengthy delays on ...

The M61 northbound between J2 and J3 for the A666 is closed due to planned overnight roadworks which have overrun their pre-agreed end time. The M61 northbound between J2 and J3 for the A666 is ...

One commter told The Bolton News at the time: "The roadworks on the M61 spur are continuing, with large numbers of works vehicles in the carriageway and workers progressing with line painting.

The M61 remains closed after a coach erupted into flames on Wednesday evening. The motorway is shut on the northbound carriageway between J1 and J2 for the M60. National Highways confirmed traffic ...

Emergency services were called after a lorry caught fire on the motorway. Motorists faced delays of around 30 minutes after two lanes were called on the M6 near the M61 junction just after 2pm.