Drivers faced delays of up to 40 minutes as they headed out to enjoy the bank holiday sun
Drivers faced 'severe' congestion near Stalybridge on Sunday due to water mains works being carried out in the local area.
There was also traffic backed up as far as the M67 eastbound, between junctions three and four, as temporary traffic lights were introduced as water works were carried out on the main road.United Utilities reported a leak, which has since been repaired, at the junction with Stalybridge Road. The AA reported that there were temporary traffic signals in place due to the water main works on Market Street both ways, with delays expected for road users.
A United Utilities spokesperson said: "Our team repaired a leak on a water main on Market Street today. The work has been completed and the road reinstated. We apologise for any disruption." It was predicted that this weekend was set to be the busiest late May bank holiday since before the Covid-19 pandemic hit.
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