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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
National
David Humphreys

Merseytravel facing financial risks as Covid cloud lingers

Merseytravel could be forced to use emergency funds to keep some vital services afloat.

Low visitor and passenger numbers to major city attractions and transport networks could require the region’s travel body to dip into its reserves for the next financial year to ensure provisions are maintained.

A report to Liverpool City Region Combined Authority's transport committee has identified the “key financial risks” facing Merseytravel moving forward as well as the amount available to support any necessary spending.

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