Tram points welcomed by bosses

TRANSPORT chiefs are encouraging Oldhamers to take part in consultation over powers to run trams through the borough.

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) needs to secure a Transport and Works Act Order which will give them the legal go-ahead to operate trams over the short, modified sections of the Metrolink track at Oldham Mumps.

Before submitting an application to the Department for Transport, TfGM is asking the public for their views on the plans for new powers by Monday, when consultation closes.

Last year TfGM, with Oldham Council, developed new proposals for Metrolink in Mumps after confirmation of funding for the town-centre Metrolink line.

Updated plans include changes to the route, with the line running at ground level through a new junction, as well as a slight adjustment in the line from the town centre, where it will meet the new interchange and Park-and-Ride facility at Mumps.

To take part in the consultation, complete and return the response form in the consultation brochure, available from Oldham Civic Centre (One Stop Shop), Oldham Central Bus Station (Travelshop), Oldham Library and the Link Centre (Adult Care Centre) or online at www.tfgm.com/haveyoursay.

Alternatively, email any comments to future. metrolink@tfgm.com or call the Metrolink team on 0161-244 1555.