A decade ago the £398m airport tram line opened - It was the realisation of years of hard work, campaigning and behind-the-scenes lobbying
As the first Metrolink left Cornbrook for Manchester Airport , passengers could be forgiven for doing a double-take at the driver.
READ MORE: 'It shows how much we've missed out': The map that shows what the Tube would look like if it was in Greater Manchester And in an age when it seems like most big infrastructure projects come in late and over budget, it was also notable for opening a year ahead of schedule. Mr Osborne, who was also in town to announce a new devolution deal for Greater Manchester, said it would herald the beginning of a 'Oyster-style travelcard system' and a London-style system of bus franchising which would enable 'seamless' connections between buses, trams and trains.
And looking back this week, former councillor Keith Whitmore, who was involved in much of the planning and realisation of the extension, said the opening was a major milestone in the expansion of the Metrolink. "And it's also been vital for Wythenshawe. I think you can see now the regeneration of Wythenshawe and Metrolink has been the conduit for that."
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