The M6 will be ‘closed until tomorrow’ due to repair works.

Police have closed the southbound carriages of the motorway between junction 33 and junction 32 again today (September 11).

Earlier, police reported that there had been a crash but now say the road is closed for planned maintenance.

People are advised to find alternative routes if travelling in the area.

A spokesperson for the police said: “The road between Junction 33 and Junction 32 Southbound, is now closed until early tomorrow morning. this is due to planned maintenance in between the junctions.

"Please plan alternative routes when travelling during this period."