Council leader welcomes Red Express news

The Leader of Rossendale Council has welcomed news the Red Express bus service will be retained.

Councillor Alyson Barnes said:

“We are delighted at this news. This is a result of councillors’ lobbying hard behind the scenes along with partnership work to help improve this service end ensure this great outcome.

“This news will be very welcome for residents and visitors to Rossendale who will be able to take faster direct journeys to and from Manchester and the surrounding area.”