New Manchester Piccadilly Strategic Regeneration Framework approved
The 2018 Manchester Piccadilly Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) has been approved by the City Council following public consultation.
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Every year around the world, billions of people travel by rail. But as passenger numbers continue to grow, and the expectations of passengers continue to be more demanding, the pressure on rail organisations to deliver high-quality passenger journeys increases.
What do passengers want from rail? What are the trends and challenges facing passengers, and how is the industry moving forward to deliver better services?
The 2018 Manchester Piccadilly Strategic Regeneration Framework (SRF) has been approved by the City Council following public consultation.
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