Driver training is underway on the Trafford Park line marking another significant step towards the opening.

Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has announced the launch of the ‘contactless early bird bonus’ from this Monday (17 February) to help Metrolink commuters beat the morning rush.

Representing a commitment by the Mayor to give customers even better value for money and to help ease congestion, the ‘contactless early bird bonus’ will offer savings on the anytime travelcard price to people travelling before 7am on weekdays.

• Mayor of Greater Manchester and Cycling and Walking Commissioner will deliver a report to Government setting out how a revolutionary walking and cycling network will help tackle the climate emergency, inactivity and congestion, prompting country-wide travel change
  • Benefits of the plan include:
  • A huge increase in daily cycling and walking trips
  • A multi-billion-pound health boost for Greater Manchester
  • Fewer vehicle trips leading to better air quality and lower carbon emissions
  • Reduced levels of congestion and faster journey times
• Guaranteed Government commitment is now needed to put the plans into action

It’s been a decade to remember for Greater Manchester’s Metrolink network with unprecedented expansion leading to soaring popularity.

• Trams to run on the new line from April
• Project set to complete seven months earlier than originally planned
• First major project to benefit from devolution deal
• Once complete it will signify another step towards ‘Our Network’, GM’s vision for a more integrated transport network