Explanatory note

(This note is not part of the Order)

This Order modifies powers and duties of Transport for Greater Manchester under the Greater Manchester (Light Rapid Transit System) Act 1988 and later local legislation applicable to its tramway system by—

(a)

removing a requirement respecting the length of the platforms and stopping places forming part of the light rapid transit system;

(b)

removing requirements as to passing width of vehicles;

(c)

removing requirements as to the use of electrical energy;

(d)

making new provision for tramroad crossings;

(e)

removing requirements respecting the approval of works by the Secretary of State.