Latest Manchester News
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Contactless Tap and Go Payments Launch on Greater Manchester's Bee Network
Greater Manchester has introduced an integrated ‘tap and go’ contactless payment system across its Bee Network bus and tram services.
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New Bee Network Map Displays High-Frequency Bus and Tram Routes
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has unveiled a new map of the Bee Network's high-frequency bus and tram services.
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The Buzz Behind UK Bus Franchising
With Greater Manchester’s Bee Network spearheading change, could franchising be the answer to improving UK bus services?
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Capped Contactless Payments Expand to Greater Manchester's Bee Network Buses
From 23 March, passengers in Greater Manchester will be able to travel seamlessly on Bee Network buses and trams with contactless payments.
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Greater Manchester's Bee Network to Make Further Service Improvements
Greater Manchester’s Bee Network has reached 100 million bus journeys, with more improvements for AI-recommended routes now in the pipeline.
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Bee Network Aims to Be UK’s First Carbon-Neutral Transport Network
TfGM is seeking a long-term green energy agreement to power the Bee Network, which aims to be the UK’s first carbon-neutral transport networ…
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Greater Manchester's Bee Network to Launch Annual Bus and Tram Ticket
Bee Network passengers will soon benefit from a new annual ticket, allowing unlimited travel on buses and trams in Greater Manchester.
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Greater Manchester to Invest £86 Million into a Cleaner Region
The Government has confirmed the implementation of a new, locally-led £86 million scheme to clean up air in Greater Manchester.
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Our Pass Provides Free Bus Travel for Young People on Bee Network
As part of Greater Manchester's Bee Network, the region is providing free bus travel for 16 to 18-year-olds through the Our Pass offering.
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Greater Manchester's Bee Network Enhances Bus Accessibility
Greater Manchester's transition to the franchised Bee Network is helping to make public transport more accessible and inclusive.
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Metroline Expands to Greater Manchester for Bee Network Services
Metroline has begun operating Bee Network services in Greater Manchester, marking the company’s first expansion outside London.
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Greater Manchester Returns All Buses to Public Control Under Bee Network
As of 6 January 2025, Greater Manchester has officially transitioned all bus services back to public control.
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Greater Manchester's Bee Network Set to Introduce Simpler Fares
Greater Manchester has confirmed details of its new fare structure for Bee Network buses, with all services coming under local control.
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Greater Manchester Reveals Next Steps for Bee Network
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has presented the next steps for its bus franchising programme under the Bee Network.
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Mellor Displays Bee Network Bus at Euro Bus Expo
At Euro Bus Expo, British bus manufacturer, Mellor, is displaying a Strata LF bus produced for Greater Manchester's franchised Bee Network.
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Greater Manchester Readies Fleet for Bee Network Takeover
Greater Manchester is preparing to take full control of its bus network, with a fleet of Bee Network buses set to launch on 5 January 2025.