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Nantwich gets new bus service

A bus service that was just for schools is now open to the general public to help local people travel between Nantwich and Leighton Hospital

The new number 68 service runs from Leighton Hospital to Nantwich Bus Station via Walley’s Green and Church Minshull, has been introduced as part of the regular tendering process which allowed for a number of improvements at no additional cost to the Council.

The Council’s transport team has sought to integrate services to maximise the use of resources by opening up one contract to serve both school and public transport needs.

Cheshire East Councillor David Topping, cabinet member for service commissioning, said: “This is good news for local people, helping boost connectivity and social inclusion while reducing traffic congestion and curbing carbon emissions.

“It’s a win-win situation for everyone.

“Local government is going through an unprecedented period of change.

“Cost pressure and rising expectations mean that councils must constantly look for ways to improve services while delivering value for money – doing more for less.

“We have firmly grasped the nettle in Cheshire East.

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