Special report

Fight for Metrolink

FOLLOW the Observer's campaign to get plans to bring the Metrolink tram service into Rochdale back on track ...

 

Centre is a station too far for Metro

METROLINK is finally coming to Rochdale, but, for the time being at least, only as far as the railway station.

Tram decision expected

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

 

New government Metrolink delay

GOVERNMENT transport ministers will wait until after next month's local elections before making any decision on whether Rochdale will get its Metrolink extension.

MP asks for Metrolink pledge in first speech

ROCHDALE'S new MP Paul Rowen used his maiden speech in the House of Commons to set out his four-year battle plan for the town.

 

Town in pole position for first Metrolink line

A NEW blueprint to expand the Metrolink system has brought fresh hope to Rochdale.

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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Government blamed for Metro costs Bosses committed to reviving tram scheme Fresh hope in trams battle U-turn over Metrolink Pressure piles up in crucial tram battle Tram Christmas present could be key to future New hope as cut in cost offers saving grace to Metrolink Rally to pile on trams pressure Trams axe will hit economy 'Let down' firms lobby Darling Blair gets the message as 41,500 back Metro Metrolink fight wins huge vote of confidence New tram hope as PM backs probe into costs Observer petition goes to Downing Street New tram hope as PM backs probe into costs Metrolink rally makes a splash Metrolink battle taken to London It’s no laughing matter as Jimmy backs battle Lisa signs up to save Metrolink It’s full steam ahead for key Metro rally Decision could cost 35,000 jobs Politicians united in fight to save trams Rally to pile on more Metrolink pressure People power can get Metro back on track
Train link is safe despite tram axe Tram rally needs everyone’s backing Rallies to show strength of opinion on Metrolink Row could offer ray of hope for Metrolink Rail passengers say they want to swap to trams Firms urged to get on board tram fight Bury's only complaint is that it's too popular No to trams, yes to steam? Lorna comes out fighting and says she will not take No for an answer Get back on track The fight is on to make sure we keep train link Sorry? Not us, say these businessmen Now it’s time for the buses Metrolink campaign hangs in the balance Your views: Readers have their say Put us back on track Useful campaign links Decision is a kick in teeth Decision is a kick in teeth Cancellation leaves businesses reeling Town must unite in desperate fightback to save Metrolink Blow will not wreck Kingsway, housing or town centre plans Bus and train passengers have their say on the news Pressure group demands assurances on rail future Doubt leaves traffic scheme in disarray