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Electric wires installed to power greener trains in Greater Manchester

Electric wires installed to power greener trains in Greater Manchester

by Nikki Brown | Nov 15, 2022 | Transport

Electric wires that will power faster, cleaner, and more reliable trains have been installed between Manchester and Stalybridge. The wires are the initial step towards plans for fully electric local services between Manchester and Stalybridge by the middle of the...
Salford extends Lime e-scooter trial to encourage sustainable travel

Salford extends Lime e-scooter trial to encourage sustainable travel

by Nikki Brown | Nov 14, 2022 | Transport

The government-approved e-scooter trial scheme across Salford will continue to operate until at least May 2024, after Salford City Council opted to extend the trial. The scheme, which is operated by leading ride-sharing firm Lime, was launched in October 2020 and...
Active Travel Commissioner unveils refreshed priorities to ensure all residents in Greater Manchester can benefit from walking, wheeling and cycling

Active Travel Commissioner unveils refreshed priorities to ensure all residents in Greater Manchester can benefit from walking, wheeling and cycling

by Nikki Brown | Nov 2, 2022 | Transport

Greater Manchester’s Active Travel Commissioner, Dame Sarah Storey, has unveiled a refreshed active travel mission for the city-region focusing on accessibility, behaviour change and clear communications. The updated policy sets out Dame Sarah’s priorities and...
Webinar will help Greater Manchester businesses understand more about installing and precuring EVs

Webinar will help Greater Manchester businesses understand more about installing and precuring EVs

by Nikki Brown | Oct 20, 2022 | Transport

Green Economy will host a webinar on Tuesday 25 October 2022 to help businesses understand more about the transition to electric vehicles.   This webinar, which is available to Greater Manchester businesses in all sectors, will take a comprehensive look at the...
TFGM launches portal to help businesses encourage employees to use public transport and active travel

TFGM launches portal to help businesses encourage employees to use public transport and active travel

by Nikki Brown | Sep 29, 2022 | Transport

Transport for Greater Manchester has unveiled a new online business portal that supports Greater Manchester firms in encouraging their workforce and customers to get on board with public transport and active travel. It’s hoped that the use of the portal will help...
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