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Local groups have argued for a reinstatement of the rail link south to Manchester via Haslingden and Bury, that was closed in the 1960s.

Proposals suggest a high speed rail think that would cut the journey time to manchester down to 20 – 25 minutes, possibly joining with the existing Metrolink services at Bury.

Support groups have cited massive economic benefits for the deprived East Lancs area from business and commuter traffic.