A quartet of carol singers are helping to give Metrolink a festive feel this week by singing on board the trams. Greater Manchester Passenger Transport Executive (GMPTE) arranged for the quartet, from the University of Manchester Chorus, to accompany passengers travelling on Metrolink from Monday 17 to Wednesday 19 December.

Michael Renshaw, GMPTE’s Interim Service Delivery Director, said: “We hope the carol singers have helped to bring Christmas cheer to passengers and have encouraged people to use Metrolink over the festive season. “Some people are put off using public transport when they’re doing their Christmas shopping as they’ve got lots of bags to carry. But travelling on Metrolink can actually be an easier way of getting about. “Metrolink passengers don’t get stuck in traffic jams or have to worry about finding somewhere to park. All of the tram stops also have ramps or lifts so you avoid having to walk up and down steps.”