First look at 'Glider' that could change the face of transport in Liverpool

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First look at 'Glider' that could change the face of transport in Liverpool
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It's hoped the rapid transit system could be rolled out by 2028

The next stage of a major overhaul to transport across the Liverpool City Region was unveiled as Anfield got the first look at a proposed rapid transit “Glider.” As part of his manifesto to win a third term, Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram pledged to introduce a rapid transit bus system to serve key routes across the area.

” The Glider would be the latest stage in changes to the public transport network across the city region following the investment in electric and hydrogen buses, as well as the £500m new fleet of Merseyrail trains. It is hoped it would help increase capacity to provide public transport links to John Lennon Airport where current offers can’t reach. Mr Rotheram said: “It will be tap and go, you can alight in three different parts, there’s loads of space.

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