Bus Franchising in Greater Manchester

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RE: Bus Franchising in Greater Manchester

(18/01/2018 18:41)rod_259 Wrote:  Noticed an article in the MEN about the cost of Andy Burham’s office which would be £10 per household per year. However, they were going to raise money for franchising which would cost £15 per household per year. Not good if you don’t, and likely won’t use buses! That doesn’t cover any subsidies. Not surprised as nothing comes free and doubtful if Manchester will get a proportionately, if any, improvement in services.

And what about those that don't use Rail (heavy or light) and who can't access leisure services and don't have kids etc. etc. They still have to pay Council Tax. Manchester might not get a proportionally improved service, but that might be because its already been recognised that its the other 9 boroughs - well, maybe not Salford - that are suffering the worst decline in services/VFM