More than 40 foodbanks , organisations and charities in Greater Manchester have called for the permanent extension of a scheme that allows older and disabled people to travel for free on Bee Network buses at any time during the day.

Transport for Greater Manchester ( TfGM ) announced it would be running a trial to allow older and disabled TfGM concessionary pass holders to travel on buses before 9.30am for free throughout August. Across the UK, travel on concessionary bus passes is typically limited to after 9.30am on weekdays.

The trial in Greater Manchester is due to end on Sunday, August 31, but charities are calling for it to be made permanent to make transport around the city fairer and more inclusive.

Making bus travel free before 9.30am for those with concessionary pa

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