Date: 09/10/2013

The Government has approved plans for a second tram crossing through the centre of Manchester. The crossing would mean extra capacity for trams and will link St Peter's Square with Victoria Station. Trams will travel along Princess Street, Cross Street and Corporation Street to reach Victoria. Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) said the scheme was an essential part of the Metrolink expansion. It is expected to be complete by 2016/17. [From Mark Bartlett]

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Plans for a second tram crossing through Manchester are approved by Government.

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