Special report

Getting the trams back on track

PLANS to extend the Metrolink tram network to Tameside were shelved by the Government, prompting anger across the borough. Catch up on the fight to try and make ministers change their minds and get the trams back on track.

 

Metro news given cautious welcome

ASHTON MP David Heyes says he is "confident" the town will get the cash needed to bring the Metrolink.

Tram decision expected

THE future of the Metrolink extension will be decided within weeks.

 

Putting the trams back on track

DAVID Heyes emerged from a Metrolink meeting to declare a deal to revive the axed tramline extensions is 'very close'.

Metro back on track?

MP DAVID Heyes believes an imminent 'positive announcement' could put Tameside proposed Metrolink extension back on track this month.


 

Metrolink plan ‘back on track’

TAMESIDE is in pole position to get Metrolink first after Prime Minister Tony Blair confirmed his commitment to the long-awaited scheme.

Government blamed for Metro costs

A DAMNING report by MPs blames the Government for pushing up the cost of Metrolink's 'Big Bang' extension.


 

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