The Liberal Democrats leader also suggested Leeds and neighbouring Sheffield could also get on board to build an economic centre to rival southern juggernaut London – as suggested by the Chancellor in Manchester last month.

Trains between Liverpool and Manchester have been delayed by almost an hour after a man was reportedly hit by a train near Birchwood, near Warrington.

North West’s leg of World Naked Bike Ride Day, which in previous years has seen up to 100 cyclists ride in the buff, takes place on Friday, June 6

Manchester taxi users will now be able to enjoy ‘safer journeys and quicker bookings’ by using an app to book their private hire trips – and they are offering all journeys FREE until Sunday.

Manchester mums are willing to spend almost £500 to ensure their child is the belle of the ball, according to a survey.

The cost of driving theory tests could be cut by 25% with new proposed changes by the government, falling from £31 to £25.

Amid austerity measures facing Manchester’s public transport services, Councillor Chappell believes introducing a scheme similar to London’s oyster card system would save valuable funds

A new report released by the government’s Growth Taskforce suggests the HS2 rail network will boost jobs and the economy

Manchester’s role as one of the world’s ‘cultural centres’ has prompted a Saudi Arabian airline to launch regular routes to and from the city

65% of people in Manchester Piccadilly said they weren’t aware of their rights on refunds

Angry members of the Green Party gathered outside Piccadilly Station to protest against HS2 rail