Multiple Vehicle Collision Causes Delays on M60 near Stockport

Traffic congestion and severe delays plagued the M60 clockwise near Stockport after a multi-vehicle collision occurred early on July 2, 2025. According to National Highways, lane 1 remained closed, while lanes 2 and 3 had been re-opened after being blocked for around an hour. Emergency services continued to work at the scene, causing significant disruptions to traffic flow. Delays of up to one hour were reported, with surrounding areas experiencing delays of up to 30 minutes. The incident highlighted the importance of planning ahead and checking for updates on traffic conditions before embarking on a journey.

Key Takeaways:

A multi-vehicle collision occurred on the M60 clockwise near Stockport, causing significant traffic disruptions and delays.
Lane 1 remained closed, while lanes 2 and 3 were re-opened after being blocked for around an hour.
Emergency services continued to work at the scene, causing delays of up to one hour.
Surrounding areas, including Denton Island, Bredbury, and Portwood, experienced delays of up to 30 minutes.
The collision resulted in 90-minute delays above normal journey time, with 6 miles of congestion.
Police and National Highways were present at the scene, working to clear the traffic and restore normal traffic flow.

Statistics:

90 minutes of delays above normal journey time.
6 miles of congestion on the approach to the incident.
30 minutes of delays in surrounding areas.
One hour of delays on the motorway.
40 minutes of delays above normal travel time.

Sources:

@HighwaysNWEST (National Highways: North-West)
@BeeNetwork (Bee Network)