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Have your say on GMCA’s proposals for the future of bus travel

15 Dec 2020

GMCA is asking for your views on its proposals following the findings of the Covid-19 impact report

Buses accounted for 75% of all public transport journeys in Greater Manchester both before and during the pandemic. They continue to be a critical link to jobs and essential services, including for the one third of households in GM without a car.

Between October 2019 and January 2020, Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) held a consultation on a proposed franchising scheme for the city-region’s buses. Over 8,500 people gave their views.

In June, GMCA received the results of the consultation but decided, before a final decision could be made, that the impact of Covid-19 on the bus market and the proposed franchising scheme should be considered.

Now, GMCA is asking for your views on its proposals in light of the findings of the Covid-19 impact report, which looked at potential future travel demand in Greater Manchester and what it could mean for GMCA’s proposals to change how buses are run.

  • Have your say on the future of your buses at gmconsult.org or call 0161 244 1100 before Friday, 29 January 2021.