Traffic accident on the M61

Following a recent spate of accidents on the M61 motorway, we have decided to take a look at the history of this road and the amount of car crashes or road traffic accidents that involve death or injury. This Legal Request article focuses on accidents on the M61.

History of the M61

Opened in the winter of 1968 (28th of November) the M61 was the result of a successful and major road planning exercise. Some 49 bridges needed to be constructed and even back in those days the environment was a consideration, as 300,000 tons of burnt colliery shale was used to cap open mine shafts. The planners for the M61 motorway were ahead of their time taking more than just the traffic into account. In terms of civil engineering this truly was a fantastic feet. You can learn more about the history of the M61 at this link.

Interesting Motorway Statistics

  • More than 1500 people are killed or injured on the Hard shoulder of our motorways
  • 2007 there were 858 deaths and 6,622 serious injuries to at-work drivers
  • Every year there are over 5 million road traffic accidents
  • Driver error is present in 90% of motorway accidents (with mechanical failure accounting for only 10%).

Recent accidents on the M61

Recent accidents on the M61 motorway have been caused by the inclement weather we have experienced. Snow and poor visibility have been contributing factors to accidents on the stretch of motorway.

Claim for an accident on the M61

If you have been involved in an accident on the M61, then we would like to speak to you. Call us today on 0800 990 3500 or complete our claims form.

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