Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Airport Train Line Petition

To the House of Commons.

The petition of residents of the constituency of Stoke-on-Trent Central,

Declares that residents and businesses are concerned about the poor connectivity between Stoke-on-Trent and its nearest airport, Manchester Airport; further declares that, at present, local people travelling for work or holidays must take a train to Manchester Piccadilly that goes right past the airport (in South Manchester) before changing at Manchester Piccadilly; further declares that this creates risks of delays, is inconvenient for bigger families with lots of luggage and for older or disabled people; and further declares that a direct connection between Stoke-on-Trent and Manchester Airport would help to generate inward investment for the area, support jobs for local people, and help to put Stoke-on-Trent firmly on the transport map.

The petitioners therefore request that the House of Commons urges the Government to encourage the relevant train operating companies to establish a direct train connection between Stoke-on-Trent railway station and Manchester Airport.

And the petitioners remain, etc.