Independent from the Authority, GMPTE carries out their policies either by providing and managing facilities itself or by contracting with bus, tram and train operators to provide them. GMPTE does not actually run buses, trams or trains; its role and functions can be summarized as follows:
,GMPTE pays for bus services which are not provided commercially by bus operators.
,GMPTE owns bus stations, shelters and stops in Greater Manchester and works to ensure all the information you'll see there is correct.
,GMPTE subsidises concessionary fares and free travel facilities on buses throughout the region, including paying to keep non-profitable services running where you need them most.
,GMPTE carries out the policies of Greater Manchester Integrated Transport Authority to ensure that local rail services meet local travel needs.
,GMPTE owns the innovative and successful Metrolink system which carries over 19 million passengers a year.
,GMPTE actively campaigns to promote public transport in Greater Manchester, to improve the environment and cut congestion.