#forGreaterManchester
What do we do? video

TfGM

We’ve been asking people what they think we do for Greater Manchester, check out their responses.

trams

trams

We own Metrolink, the largest tram network in the UK, and plan for its further expansion.

cycling

cycling

We promote and invest in cycling as a safe, healthy and sustainable way to travel.

bus stops

bus stops

We own and maintain the bus stops and bus stations - and invest in new, modern interchanges.

traffic control

traffic control

We maintain and operate traffic control equipment including variable message signs, car park signs and automatic traffic count sites.

air quality

air quality

We help to coordinate Greater Manchester’s plans to reduce transport-related air pollution.

travel information

travel information

We provide travel information so you can make journeys with confidence.

subsidised bus services

subsidised bus services

We pay for bus services at times and in areas where no commercial bus services are provided.

smart ticketing

smart ticketing

We're developing smart ticketing to make public transport easier to use, more flexible and less hassle.

rail projects

rail projects

We're working to secure the best possible outcomes for Greater Manchester on major rail projects.

travel concessions

travel concessions

We subsidise fares to help older people, children and disabled people get around.

walking

walking

We promote and invest in walking as a safe, healthy and sustainable way to make shorter journeys.

coordinating roadworks

coordinating roadworks

We work with other organisations to coordinate utility works to minimise delays.

safer journeys

safer journeys

We're working with Greater Manchester Police to tackle crime and antisocial behaviour on public transport.

investing

investing

We're responsible for investing your money in improving transport services and facilities, to support the regional economy.

connections

connections

We work closely with bus, train and tram operators to help improve your full journey experience.

traffic monitoring

traffic monitoring

We monitor CCTV coverage of the highways network so that we can respond to incidents quickly.

tackling congestion

tackling congestion

We are tackling the issue of increased road traffic across the city region.

charging points

charging points

We are promoting sustainable mobility by creating a network of electric vehicle charging points across Greater Manchester.

cycle parking

cycle parking

We provide low-cost, safe and secure cycle hubs and bike lockers all across Greater Manchester.

freight

freight

We help to maximise the economic contribution of the movement of freight while minimising its impact.

road safety

road safety

We work with our partners to improve road safety and reduce casualties.

park & ride

park & ride

We provide free parking for Metrolink customers at many of our tram stops.

traffic signals

traffic signals

We manage 2,600 traffic signals across Greater Manchester.

planning

customer service

We give friendly, independent travel advice and sell travel tickets at our Travelshops at main bus stations.