A public consultation has opened for residents in Stockport to share their views on plans for new road crossings to be installed across the borough as part of Greater Manchester's Bee Network of safe walking and cycling routes across the city-region. The proposed crossings are being delivered by … [Read more...]
News for: Transport
All new homes and buildings set to be fitted with EV chargers
From June 15th, new rules will come into effect mandating new homes and commercial buildings such as offices and supermarkets to be constructed with EV chargers in place. The new rules aim to make it easier for people to charge their electric vehicles either at home, work or while out shopping to … [Read more...]
New Managing Director appointed at Manchester Airport
Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has announced the appointment of Chris Woodroofe as the new Managing Director of Manchester Airport. Chris was previously Chief Operating Officer at London Gatwick Airport from 2016 to 2020, where he oversaw a step-change in passenger experience and a major … [Read more...]
TfGM invites residents to share views on proposals to restore regular services to South Reddish station
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has called for Stockport and Tameside residents to share their views on restoring regular rail services at Denton and South Reddish stations. TfGM is currently preparing the official business case for reopening the line for regular services following a … [Read more...]
£33.6 million government investment planned for A34 in Stockport
The government has announced a £33.6 million investment in the A34 between Cheadle and Handforth to improve the route for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians in Stockport. Announced on June 3rd, the funding for the A34 Corridor Improvement Scheme Phase 1 aims to ease congestion along the route. … [Read more...]
Over 100 drivers attend TfGM urban driving course to make roads safer for cyclists and pedestrians
More than 100 drivers of HGVs, LGVs and PCVs in Greater Manchester have attended a safe urban driving training course, run by TfGM and the Nationwide Cycling Academy (NCA). The course is designed to help drivers or larger vehicles hone their skills to improve road safety for cyclists and … [Read more...]
Market Place and Underbanks pedestrianisation scheme set to begin
Work is set to start on the pedestrianisation of the Market Place and Underbanks as part of the £1 billion regeneration of the town centre. Pedestrianising these historic parts of the town centre aims to improve visitor experience for residents and businesses alike. The work forms part of a … [Read more...]
Gulf Air to commence direct route to Bahrain from Manchester Airport
Links between the North and the Middle East are to be strengthened further as Gulf Air prepare to begin direct flights between Bahrain and Manchester from 1st June. The two flights a week scheduled for the airline are set to be a boost for businesses, tourism organisations, universities and those … [Read more...]
Emirates launch global recruitment drive in search for cabin crew
Emirates will host interviews for prospective cabin crew in Greater Manchester as the Dubai-based airline launches a global search for staff as the travel sector recovers after the coronavirus pandemic. Manchester is among 30 cities worldwide to host interview days for the airline. Emirates … [Read more...]
Mayor restates call for non-charging Clean Air Zone
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has reconfirmed his ambitions for the city-region's Clean Air Zone to be non-charging in a letter to Environment Secretary, George Eustice. Following the postponement of the plan in light of global supply chain disruption hindering access to new compliant … [Read more...]
Wythenshawe jobs fair to showcase hundreds of vacancies at Manchester Airport
A jobs fair with representation from Manchester Airport and more than a dozen of its on-site partners is to be held at Wythenshawe Forum on Tuesday 24th May. The event has been arranged by airport operator, Manchester Airports Group, in partnership with Manchester City Council, the Department of … [Read more...]
Andy Burnham responds to bus franchising decision appeal
The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham has issued a short statement as bus company Rotala appeals a recent court ruling allowing the city-region to move forward with franchising plans. Despite a legal challenge by Rotala and Stagecoach, a judicial review in March found that the … [Read more...]
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