Get Metrolink Back on Track!
September 16, 2004 2:47 PM
Manchester Liberal Democrat Leader Councillor Simon Ashley will this lunchtime speak at a City Centre rally to urge the Government to get Metrolink Back on track.
He will share a platform with 3 Labour party politicians unhappy about the Government's line on Metrolink- Council Leader Richard Leese, PTA Chair Roger Jones and Withington MP Keith Bradley.
In his speech, he will,
- Praise the Evening News and her sister papers for highlighting the Metrolink Campaign,
- Point out that Metrolink is quicker and greener than travelling by car where the current lines are.
- Explain that congestion in Manchester is becoming a greater concern to local people, and that a modern European city needs a modern transport system like Metrolink.
- Argue that the government can find resources to fund their priorities, like the Dome, the war in Iraq and transport infrastructure in London, and that Metrolink is Greater Manchester's priority.
- Warn that the people of Greater Manchester will not forgive or forget a government who ignores their wishes.
Copies of the speech will be distributed at the rally or can be sent on request.
For more, contact Simon on 07879 891150