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Report of Caroline Whittam, Head of Rail Franchising, TfGM

1.          That the report be noted.

2.          That as a result of the imminent roll out of the Covid-19 vaccine, contingency planning, taking into account government advice, be undertaken in advance of any planned reliable service uplift and detailed in future reports to the Committee.

3.          That emphasis on safe contingency planning and any planned service uplifts be reassuringly communicated to the public to encourage confidence in the use of public transport.

4.          That an updated presentation on forthcoming timetable changes (non-GM services removed) be shared with the Committee.

5.          That the business case for the restoration of Sunday service from Moses Gate, Farnworth and Kearsley be reviewed and considered in future timetable changes.