MP Welcomes Metrolink Announcement - 21/05/2009 |
 Local MP Paul Goggins is delighted that Wythenshawe and Sale Moor are finally set for a new Metrolink extension following an announcement by the Association of Greater Manchester Authorities (AGMA) this week.
Two new Metrolink lines are to be created in south Manchester, including a new link to Manchester Airport that will run through Sale Moor with new stops at Sale Water Park, Northern Moor and Wythenshawe town centre.
The proposals were agreed at a meeting of AGMA this week and were formally accepted by Transport Secretary Geoff Hoon on a visit to Manchester on Wednesday, May 13.
Paul Goggins MP said: “I have been working with local Labour councillors to deliver this Metrolink extension. The announcement will mean better access to public transport for local residents and I am delighted that we will now get the Metrolink running to the airport, through Wythenshawe town centre and Sale Moor.”
Richard Cowell, councillor for Northenden and Northern Moor, said: “This is great news for residents in Northern Moor who will now have a new Metrolink station and improved access to the town centre, Wythenshawe and the airport from this new line. It is now important we get a start date for building to begin on this project.”
Eddy Newman, councillor for Woodhouse Park, said: “This Metrolink extension is vital to local people in Woodhouse Park. There will be four tram stops in the Woodhouse Park area including Wythenshawe Town Centre and the Airport. We have fought long and hard for the Metrolink and I am pleased we are delivering on our promises on improving transport in Wythenshawe.”
Sue Murphy, councillor for Brooklands, said: “I know that Sir Richard Leese has been working really hard with his colleagues at AGMA to ensure residents in Wythenshawe and Sale Moor get the Metrolink service they deserve. Paul Goggins and the local councillors who campaigned for the Metrolink should be congratulated for their efforts.”
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