Manchester Airport supports transport investment

A new scheme proposing enhanced transport links in Manchester has received backing from Manchester Airport, according to reports.

Manchester Airport is part of a 107-strong faction called United City that is supporting the Transport Innovation Fund (TIF) which plans to extend the Metrolink light rail network to the hub.

Manchester Airport managing director Andrew Cornish said: "Improving the way that our passengers and staff access the airport is a key objective of our master plan to 2030. A successful TIF bid would enable us to reach our targets within the next five years."

It has been reported that the transport project could face opposition from consumer groups as it would be put in place alongside a congestion charge similar to the one implemented in London.

Alpha Airports, British Airways, VLM Airlines and SSP UK Air some of the influential organisations that are involved in United City.

Manchester Airport wants passenger numbers to reach 50 million over the next 20 years.