Network Rail and Transport for Greater Manchester have formed a partnership to develop six stations in Manchester and Salford,
With the population in Greater Manchester set to grow by almost 3m by 2031 the partnership aims to drive transformation in the stations to ensure they’re set for future generations – bringing regeneration and infrastructure together to create a big connected city. The partnership will see the organisations set clear goal whilst delivering a more integrated transport system, whilst a heavily focus will also be on net zero and sustainability.
The stations include:
- Manchester Piccadilly
- Manchester Victoria
- Manchester Oxford Road
- Deansgate
- Salford Central
- Salford Crescent
Commenting on today’s announcement, Peter, Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill CBE, Chair of Network Rail said: “This is a landmark moment for Manchester and Salford, to see our two organisations build a partnership team to make the best of our resources and expertise. Working jointly with the Local Authorities we are putting passengers and rail services at the forefront of infrastructure investment and wider neighbourhood improvements.”
Vernon Everitt, Transport Commissioner for Greater Manchester, added: “The ever-changing skylines across Salford and Manchester city centres reflect the extent to which Greater Manchester is growing.
“As we deliver our Bee Network plans for a truly integrated network, it is vital our rail stations – and surrounding areas – evolve to meet these demands, and this new partnership signifies our joint commitment alongside Manchester and Salford districts to delivering a modernised railway that puts passengers and local communities at its heart.”
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