Daily Archives: Wednesday 8 May 2024

In Pictures: Driver familiarisation continues on Blackpool Tramway extension

Posted on Wednesday 8 May 2024 by Gareth Prior

In just over six weeks time a full passenger service will be in operation on the (admittedly much delayed) Blackpool Tramway extension along Talbot Road to a terminus by North Station. In the lead up testing and now driver familiarisation … Continue reading →

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Overhead line damage at Old Trafford leads to Metrolink disruption

Posted on Wednesday 8 May 2024 by Gareth Prior

Manchester Metrolink services to Altrincham were suspended on Wednesday 8th May following “third party” overhead line damage at Old Trafford. The first reports of the problem were first made around 1230 with warnings that the service would remain disrupted at … Continue reading →

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LRSSB board further strengthened with new appointment

Posted on Wednesday 8 May 2024 by Gareth Prior

The Light Rail Safety and Standards Board (LRSSB) board has been further strengthened following the announcement that Blackpool Transport Managing Director Jane Cole has been appointed as a non-executive director.

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