Flights from Manchester Airport to Exeter are set to resume in August, Channel Islands based carrier Blue Islands has revealed. Blue Islands had announced in March that it would take over the service from Manchester to Exeter in Devon following the collapse of Flybe. The airline had intended to … [Read more...]
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TfGM offers guidance for safe travel as hospitality businesses reopen
As more businesses reopen, particularly the hospitality and leisure section, during July, Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has released updated advice for safe travel for customers and employees in the sector. Due to social distancing guidelines public transport continues to operate at a … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport Group respond to announcement of travel corridors
Manchester Airport Group have welcomed the designation of 50 areas around the world deemed as 'safe' destinations for travellers, not requiring self-isolation either on entry or return to the UK. France, Germany, Italy and Spain have been confirmed as destinations where UK travellers can visit … [Read more...]
Northern leaders talk ‘building back better’ in TfN webinar
Following Prime Minister Boris Johnson's recent speech on investing in the UK's infrastructure, Northern political leaders will discuss what this means in the context of rebuilding the region's economy after Covid-19 in an upcoming webinar hosted by Transport for the North (TfN). The 'Northern … [Read more...]
Andy Burnham announces package of Covid-19 support for young people
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has confirmed the first in a series of new measures to support young people in the city-region affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. The Mayor confirmed that, during an online event to hear views from younger residents, the free local bus travel scheme, Our … [Read more...]
‘Fast-track transport investment’ Northern leaders tell government
Transport for the North (TfN) has called for the UK government to commit to a fast-track for essential road and rail investment across the region as part of an economic recovery plan to rebuild after the coronavirus crisis. Political leaders in the North of the England are calling on central … [Read more...]
Public transport passengers thanked for compliance with new face covering rules
Up to 90% of public transport passengers in Greater Manchester are adhering to new requirements to wear a face covering while travelling to help the spread of coronavirus, Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has announced. TfGM is urging bus, train and tram users across the city-region to … [Read more...]
Bus franchising proposal secures public support in consultation
A consultation on changes to how bus services are managed in Greater Manchester has received public support for the proposed franchising scheme. 83% of respondents to the consultation conducted by Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) and research agency Ipsos MORI supported the bus franchising … [Read more...]
Contractor appointed to expand car charging network in Greater Manchester
Contractor Amey has appointed by Transport for Greater Manchester to expand GMEV, Greater Manchester's publicly owned electric car charging network. Amey will oversee the network's move after six years from a free service, initially advertised as an introductory offer, to a pay-as-you-go model … [Read more...]
Safe travel measures in place at Manchester Airport
As flights resume to a growing number of destinations, Manchester Airport has implemented new safe travel measures to ensure safety of passengers travelling through the Northern hub. The changes implemented come following new official guidance from government, and a series of trial programmes in … [Read more...]
Bus link reinstated connecting Cheshire residents to Stepping Hill
Bus services between Cheshire East and Stepping Hill Hospital have been reinstated to provide better transport for hospital workers and users. The 391 and 392 bus services, connecting Macclesfield, Bollington and Poynton with Stepping Hill and Stockport were suspended after the route's operator, … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport launching pre-booked slots for security
Passengers travelling from Manchester Airport will be the first in the UK to have the opportunity to pre-book 15 minute timeslots for passing through security, in a trial of the process by Manchester Airports Group (MAG). By booking their free slot, passengers will benefit from access to a … [Read more...]
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