Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is encouraging businesses and individuals to get on their bikes throughout December and take part in Love To Ride's Winter Wheelers cycling challenge. The annual challenge will take place from 1st – 25th December 2023, and is dedicated to embracing the cold … [Read more...]
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Greater Manchester hosts first UK hub for global startup accelerator
Global startup accelerator, ZEBOX, has opened a new hub in Greater Manchester, its first site in the UK and sixth worldwide. Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, formally opened ZEBOX's new site on Portland Street in Manchester city centre, where it will support sustainable and … [Read more...]
Bus services show signs of improvement one month on from Bee Network launch
Following the launch of the Bee Network in September, newly franchised bus services are showing improved service levels and operating the same or better than de-regulated counterparts. On 24th September, Greater Manchester became the first area in England outside London to begin returning control … [Read more...]
Reforms to train ticket sales scrapped following public consultation
Reforms to ticket sales on Britain's railways that would have led to the closure of ticket offices in all stations in Stockport have been cancelled, following a consultation on proposals this summer. The government announced yesterday (31st October) that rail industry plans to close the majority … [Read more...]
More than 500 jobs available at Manchester Airport fair
Manchester Airport will host a jobs fair on 8th November that will showcase over 500 roles available with more than 20 employers at the airport. Job roles will cover a broad range of career options at the airport, with live vacancies in security, customer services, car parks and … [Read more...]
New strategy launched on ways to improve transport connectivity across the North
Transport for the North (TfN) has launched a new strategy to improve connectivity between different modes of transport across the region. The Connected Mobility Strategy, published yesterday (30th October) is aimed at supporting simple and seamless journeys for the region, exploring the ability … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester tech sector set for £1.2 million boost
Tech and digital businesses in Greater Manchester are set to benefit from a £1.2 million project led by Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) to support cyber-security innovations. Alongside five other universities in the North West, MMU will partner with entrepreneurs, investors and … [Read more...]
Aer Lingus extends season on Manchester Airport to Barbados route
Irish airline, Aer Lingus, has extended the flying season on one of its most popular transatlantic routes, from Manchester Airport to Barbados. The extra flights come in response to increased customer demand, allowing holidaymakers in Northern England to enjoy the three-times weekly service to … [Read more...]
TfGM urges motorists to get winter ready and consider public transport
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is urging drivers to consider public transport and ensure they are ready for winter driving: dark nights and poor weather can make driving at this time of year more of a challenge. The arrival of winter weather and the clocks going back on Sunday usually … [Read more...]
Jet2 announces new routes from Manchester Airport to Morocco from 2024
Travel group, Jet2, has announced it will for the first time begin flying two new routes from Manchester Airport to Morocco from October 2024. The group, which includes the UK's largest tour operator, Jet2holidays, and the UK's third largest airline, Jet2.com, will run twice-weekly flights from … [Read more...]
Digital Skills Map launched to help Greater Manchester residents find support with getting online
A new Digital Skills Map has been launched to help Greater Manchester residents identify where they can go to get support in accessing digital devices, connectivity to get online and digital skills training. The resource has been produced by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) alongside … [Read more...]
£5 million community grants programme launched to support access to employment and training schemes in Greater Manchester
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has launched a £5 million Community Grants Programme to help more people overcome barriers to accessing employment and training schemes in the city-region. Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations and Housing Associations will … [Read more...]
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