make Greater Manchester a place where people can enjoy clean air in safe streets and access the services they need using sustainable forms of transport;

recognise that, with current projections in traffic growth and car ownership, Greater Manchester has no option but to revolutionise it's transport systems and funding regimes to support a significant shift away from private car use and towards more sustainable alternatives;

grasp the historic opportunity presented by the Transport Innovation Fund (TIF) bid to improve the quality of life of the people of Greater Manchester (more information at www.gmfuturetransport.com);

develop a ground-breaking integrated public transport investment plan that delivers accessible, affordable, efficient, environmentally-friendly and health-promoting transport to all residents and visitors;

through effective consultation, ensure that such a plan accommodates the concerns of Greater Manchester residents, whilst reflecting the need for radical changes to address environmental, health and economic challenges;

put low-impact measures such as a safe and comprehensive cycle path network, safe priority routes for all pedestrians and low-emission vehicle priority schemes at the heart of the integrated transport strategy whilst preserving greenspace and, in particular, not building new roads;

introduce an equitable and financially-sustainable charging mechanism that aims to reduce congestion and lower the environmental impact of the conurbation's transport.