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Leaders Unite for Northern ‘East to West Crossrail’

Political and business Leaders from across major Northern cities are united in their call for investment in the East to West Crossrail project and are meeting for the first time today in Leeds to demand a fair deal on transport from the Government. The unprecedented gathering is aimed at forcing … [Read more...]

Business leaders call for renewed momentum for HS3

Led by leader of the Northern Powerhouse George Osborne, business leaders across the North of England are being urged to lobby the Government to commit to more investment on high speed rail networks - HS3 - in the region.  Former Tatton MP and Chancellor, Mr Osborne launched the "Northern … [Read more...]

Partners in plans for Stockport Transport Interchange

Engineering consultants WSP have been appointed by Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) and Stockport Council to draw up plans for the £41m Stockport Transport Interchange. The scheme involves redevelopment of the town’s existing bus station at Daw Bank, between the rail viaduct and the … [Read more...]

Petition calls for investment in Transport for the North

IPPR North’s petition calling for more money for transport in the North has attracted over 52,000 signatures. IPPR North, the dedicated think tank for the north of England with bases in Manchester and Newcastle, are urging more people to sign the petition for better Transport for the North - … [Read more...]

Businesses invited to consult on Stockport Local Plan

Stockport Council is encouraging businesses to take part in a consultation event regarding the Stockport Local Plan as they begin the process to plan for Stockport's future through to 2035. The first event is taking place in September: When: Wednesday 20th September 2017, 8am to 10am – buffet … [Read more...]

get me there smart card for Greater Manchester

Travelling in Greater Manchester just got smarter for thousands of passengers who can now use a single 'Oyster' style get me there smart card for all their journeys on any Greater Manchester tram and bus. This latest development is the next phase of Transport for Greater Manchester’s (TfGM) get me … [Read more...]

Stockport viaduct features on vintage rail posters

A new set of images to evoke the 'Golden Age of British Travel' feature scenes from across the region including Stockport viaduct and towns across Cheshire. The images, created by Chester based designer and artist Nicky Thompson, capture the many attractions of Mid Cheshire Railway Line. The … [Read more...]

GMCA have approved the latest Stockport Transport Plan

The GMCA approved the funds in preparation for the new building of the new bridge that connects the town's transport interchange.  Phase one, started in April 2015 and has been continuous to date, the work included Muse's Stockport Exchange and the railway station. So far the Stockport has seen the … [Read more...]

Thomas Cook to fly Manchester to Seattle in 2018

Thomas Cook will add Manchester to Seattle to its long-haul flight programme for Summer 2018. The new route from Manchester to Seattle will begin in May 2018. The addition of Seattle reinforces Thomas Cook Airlines’ position as the largest long-haul carrier from Manchester, serving more USA … [Read more...]

A6 closure in Stockport latest

A6 closure in Stockport  update. The road has now closed for 12 weeks to allow for essential works to begin on Wellington Bridge.  Essential repair works will begins the Wellington Bridge, a route that carries the A6 through Stockport town centre between Exchange Street (Garrick Theatre) and Heaton … [Read more...]