Live updates as emergency services shut M56 after serious crash

A section of the M56 has been closed after a crash.

The incident is believed to include a car and a lorry, eastbound on the motorway, from J9 M6 J20 ( Lymm Interchange) to J7 A556 Chester Road ( Bowdon ).

According to National Highways, emergency services including police, fire and paramedics are on the scene.

A diversion route has been put in place. Follow the latest updates below.

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