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Consultation on Greater Manchester bus franchising approved despite leader's concerns

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Greater Manchester’s plans to bring the local bus network into public ownership have been approved for a further public consultation considering the effects of Covid-19.But questions have been asked around the timing and financial implications for both residents and councils given the ongoing financial impact of the pandemic.The combined authority wants a London-style franchising system costing £134.5m which would give them control over fares, timetables and routes - instead of private bus companies.Leaders have argued that bus reform is needed now more than ever as part of a bid to drive public transport usage back up to pre-pandemic levels.Bus operators are still pushing for partnership with Greater Manchester, and they will be among the.

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