Face masks, hand sanitiser and new 'clipper' ticket to be rolled out on Metrolink as bosses prepare to run double trams every 10 minutes
manchestereveningnews.co.ukafter the government made face masks and coverings compulsory for commuters. From Monday (June 15), staff at busy Metrolink stations will hand out face masks while hand sanitiser will be provided at key bus stops - and eventually tram stops too.Speaking at his weekly press conference on coronavirus, Mr Burnham said: “The government guidance has changed and we want that culture to be clearly established of safety first on Metrolink.“It’s to get the travelling public in the habit of wearing a face mask or covering which is now required.A week later on Monday June 22 the Clipper ticket will be introduced, allowing customers to buy a book of tickets and use them when they need to.The ticket carries the same name and purpose as the Clipper cards.
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