A CRASH on the M62 at Chain Bar is causing long delays during rush hour this evening.

Highways England said the collision occurred in the eastbound carriageway just past Junction 26 Chain Bar and one lane has been closed.

Recovery crews were on their way to the scene of the crash, which occurred at just before 6pm, with miles of congestion building up behind the incident site.

It's not expected that the area will be cleared until 7.45pm, and the incident is also causing tailbacks in the opposite direction.

Highways England has advised drivers to check before heading out on a journey this evening to avoid long delays due to the smash.