Brian Candeland and the Chorlton Greens team are calling for Manchester City Council to take advantage of new legislation and cut bus fares, improve services and boost Chorlton's economy.
Quality Contract Schemes, available from last month under the amended Local Transport Act 2008, would allow Mancunians to regain control over the quality, availability and cost of their public transport system. "Cutting bus fares is the right thing for everyone in Chorlton." says Brian, "Thousands of residents will feel the benefit in their pockets, and everybody will benefit from reduced congestion on our roads as more people take advantage of cheaper buses. This in turn will make our roads safer for cyclists and pedestrians".
Manchester's bus companies have no obligation to run services for any other reason than to make a profit. In the past decade the cost of motoring has fallen by 13% in real terms whilst bus fares have risen by 17%, while operators have cut back on bus routes that connect local people with services, health care, jobs, and neighbouring communities.
Residents of neighbouring areas currently find it easier to access the city centre rather than Chorlton, putting our local business owners at a disadvantage to large city centre companies. Making it easier for communities to the east and west of us to access Chorlton would benefit local businesses, bring new jobs to the area, and enrich our community.
"As your elected Councillor I will push the Council to improve our transport system so it works for our community and not just for the bus companies. We must take this opportunity to provide Chorlton residents with cheaper fares, better services and a safer, more pleasant environment".
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