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Mayor Andy Burnham responds to concerns that proposed Middleton tram line could 'plough through' Heaton Park

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For the latest Rochdale news sign up to the MyRochdale newsletter here Backers of Andy Burnham’s proposed Middleton tram line have responded to claims it could ‘plough through’ coveted green space, including Heaton Park.

The proposal for a new Metrolink route - a discussion point among leaders for years - formed the centrepiece of the mayor's transport announcement as he marched into his second term with an increased majority and a vow to ‘deliver’ on buses, trams integration and bike hire.

But critics, including John Farrell, councillor for Higher Blackley, have questioned the impact of a route running from a spur either at Bowker Vale or Heaton Park, which they claim could disrupt the lives of residents in his ward, and in Prestwich.

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