Motorists facing delays of over an hour as motorway shut - live updates

The M56 westbound is shut near Manchester Airport due to a loose cable Drivers are facing major delays due to the closure We will provide live updates We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Please report any comments that break our rules.

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