All the changes planned on major road connecting Rochdale and Oldham

Improvements are being planned on a major road which connects Rochdale and Oldham in Greater Manchester.

Plans for the A671 include a new bus lane, improved bus stops, and a new segregated cycle track with pedestrian and cycle crossing points.

A quiet route for cyclists is included in the design, creating a space with light traffic and low speeds which riders can share with cars, and improved junctions with better stop lines, pedestrian islands, and signal timings to help buses get through quicker.

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The design is part of a travel corridor through Rochdale, Royton, Oldham and Ashton town centres on the A671 and A627 used by the 409 bus service. It aims to improve the performance of bus services and help passengers to feel safer.

Transport for Greater Manchester stated that the change could involve "short-term disruption" while construction works are carried out, but it is hoped the changes will make it easier for travellers to switch between different types of transport to complete their journey.

This approach, to create a London-style transport system, is at the heart of Greater Manchester's plans with the Bee Network.

Stephen Rhodes, director of bus at Transport for Greater Manchester, said: “By making it easier for people to travel by bus or walk, cycle, and wheel, some people will choose to do this rather than use cars.

“This could mean less traffic for people who still prefer to use a car or have to use a car. Not only will this improve people’s experience of using buses, it will also help us to tackle some of the big challenges we face as a region, including congestion and poor air quality.

“It will also