Wednesday, 10 March 2010GMITA welcomes 'Rail in the North' groupManchester transport leaders have welcomed plans for a new 'Rail in the North' cross-party group, to be established among Members of Parliament after the next general election.
Tuesday, 09 March 2010New cycle facilities for MetrolinkTransport leaders have welcomed plans for significant enhancements to cycle facilities across Greater Manchester's current and expanding Metrolink network.
Monday, 08 March 2010GMITA approves first steps towards Airport Metrolink lineSignificant steps towards extending the Metrolink network to Manchester Airport are to take place this year.
Monday, 08 March 2010Extra train carriages for peak time servicesGreater Manchester's transport leaders have today welcomed Transport Minister Sadiq Khan's announcement of funding for extra train carriages.
Monday, 08 March 2010Green light for Metrolink extensionsConstruction work on new Metrolink extensions in Tameside and South Manchester has been given the green light by the Department for Transport.
Tuesday, 02 March 2010Still time to comment on plans for a new bus station in BoltonPeople are being encouraged to have their say on plans for a new, state-of-the-art bus station in Bolton, before the current consultation ends on the 5 March 2010.
Wednesday, 24 February 2010GMITA to continue train carriage discussions with DfTGreater Manchester's transport leaders have reported some positive progress following today's discussions with the Secretary of State for Transport, Lord Adonis.
Tuesday, 23 February 2010Agreement reached to save Oldham Mumps canopiesAn agreement to safeguard the future of the canopies at Oldham Mumps railway station has been welcomed by Greater Manchester's transport leader.
Monday, 22 February 2010Historic plaque returns to BuryAn historic railway plaque has been returned to Bury Bolton Street Station after 30 years.
Friday, 19 February 2010GMPTE on board with city centre safety campaignTransport officials are backing a major police operation aimed at tackling alcohol-fuelled violence in Manchester city centre.
Wednesday, 17 February 2010GMITA welcomes Northern Hub report into city's rail networkManchester's transport leaders have welcomed the Northern Hub report, produced by Network Rail, which sets out a future for the city's rail network and outlines the changes needed to upgrade rail services for business and leisure travellers.
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