Greater Manchester's Bee Network has launched a new 24/7 Travel Safe LiveChat service that will allow passengers and staff to report antisocial behaviour on public transport. The first-of-its-kind service launched 16th October as part of ongoing efforts to keep people safe on the Bee Network, … [Read more...]
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Northern business leaders call on Prime Minister to back Northern Powerhouse Rail
Leading business figures from across the North of England have called on Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, to give his full backing to delivering Northern Powerhouse Rail in full. 76 business leaders from across the region, including from firms such as Morrisons, Bruntwood, Azets and Manchester … [Read more...]
Manchester Airports Group ends summer season with record-breaking September
6.2 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airports Group's (MAG) three UK airports in September, ending the summer season on another record-breaking month for the group. September also saw MAG – which operates Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands Airports – record a rolling … [Read more...]
TfGM makes final call for businesses to share their views on local transport
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is inviting businesses to share how they feel about public transport and active travel in the city-region before its Business and Employer Travel Survey closes on Friday 17th October. The annual survey invites businesses to share how TfGM and the Bee … [Read more...]
Active Travel Innovation Fund launched to boost walking, wheeling and cycling
Organisations and businesses are being invited to bid for a share of £1 million in funding to deliver initiatives to encourage active travel. The government's Active Travel Innovation Fund will help start or scale engagement projects that will have a positive impact on walking, wheeling and … [Read more...]
Pakistan International Airlines launches new route from Manchester Airport
Manchester Airport and Pakistan International Airlines have announced a new twice-weekly service to the Pakistani capital, Islamabad. The new connection will make Manchester the North's only airport with a direct connection to Pakistan, and serve the 362,000 people in the region that travel to … [Read more...]
Bee Network bus operator strikes called off
Most Bee Network bus services in Greater Manchester will run as normal this weekend, as unions have called off strikes that had been planned to take place on 10th, 11th and 13th October. Staff at Bee Network bus operators running the majority of services in Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and South … [Read more...]
Turkish Airlines celebrates three decades of Manchester flights
Turkey's flag carrier, Turkish Airlines, has celebrated 30 years of flights connecting Manchester Airport to the country's largest city, Istanbul. The airline currently operates 28 weekly flights from Manchester Airport to Istanbul Airport, providing a convenient and seamless connection between … [Read more...]
Major economic boost for the North as Manchester Airport adds Delhi route and daily services to India
The North is set for a major economic boost thanks to a new direct air route to India's capital, Delhi, from Manchester Airport. The service will be operated by India’s biggest airline – IndiGo – and has been tipped to accelerate the benefits of the new UK-India trade deal by helping businesses … [Read more...]
Stagecoach and Metroline bus drivers confirm further strike action
Two Bee Network bus operators, Stagecoach and Metroline, are to proceed with further strike action, affecting the majority of services in Stockport. Unite the Union has confirmed that drivers at First have called off further action after voting to accept a revised pay offer. However, both … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport highlights European connectivity for football fans from across the North
Manchester Airport is ready to welcome football fans from across the North and the Midlands as clubs begin their European campaigns. With the biggest route network of any UK airport outside London – more than 200 destinations served by 50 airlines – Manchester Airport is in many case the only … [Read more...]
Town centre bridge renamed after hero steam locomotive driver, John Axon
A bridge in Stockport town centre has been renamed to honour John Axon, the heroic locomotive driver who died trying to stop a runaway train in 1957. Stockport Council has officially renamed Thomson Street Bridge, built in 2022, as the John Axon GC Bridge in memory of the Stockport locomotive … [Read more...]
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