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Originally Posted by pavorossi
But as to running tram-trains, I'm opposed to it, I believe it's easy enough to change at Piccadilly for a journey of that length.
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The only reason tram-trains are being considered is due to congestion around Stockport. They would allow 'trains' from Chester and Northwich to go directly in to Manchester shortening the overall journey time and reducing congestion.
However, they would need to remain part of the National Rail Network and have facilities like luggage and cycle space and toilets that are currently lacking on the Metrolink, if they were to be successful.