The planning and delivery of the spectator transport systems for the XVII Commonwealth Games (the Games), held in Manchester between the 25th July and the 4th August 2002, is described. The background to the Games and the initial planning undertaken in relation to the overall transport strategy is detailed. The critical organisation strategy is then explained which helped to oversee the more detailed and complex planning. The use of micro-simulation technology is presented, particularly in the context of the final strategy implementation and delivery. Conclusions on the transport strategy are provided, with an emphasis on the views expressed by transport users. The major challenge, now that the Games are over, is to maintain and build on the successful partnerships that have been developed and strengthened in order to deliver lasting change in travel behaviour and to continue the regeneration programmes of which the Games were very much an integral part. For the covering abstract see ITRD E126595.
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