Decision details

1.          That the update from Northern be noted.

2.          That it be noted that there are a number of new ticket options on trial, including a flexible season ticket.

3.          That it be noted that from 26/10 there would be a 90 minute service on the Rose Hill line.

4.          That the slides presented by Northern be shared with members of the M&R Sub Committee.

5.          That it be noted that revenue protection would now re-commence across services, to help address the long term commercial viability of the train network.

6.          That during the period of 24 Oct – 1 Nov there were engineering works planned for Gauxholme Viaduct that would have an impact on stations at Littleborough, Smithy Bridge and in relation to this, Northern would be meeting with Network Rail and the user group Storm to consider available options.

7.          That the essential travel message was now only being promoted in areas of local lockdown, but that it would be necessary for both Operators and politicians to work together to address passengers confidence in returning back to public transport.

8.          That it be noted that Class 195 new trains are being regularly added to the network, including those services on the Hyde loop.