A NEW taxi service is being extended in the Bury area.

The Arranged Passenger Transport shared taxi service available to residents in Tottington, Turton Road and Ramsbottom, is being extended to and from any point in Walshaw.

The Phone-Book-Ride scheme will run from 9.30am to 11pm, Monday to Saturday.

Passengers wanting to book the service can call Bullitt Cars on 0161 763 1655 at least an hour before they want to travel.

Single fares cost £1 and concessionary fares 37p.

Greater Manchester Travel passes and vouchers are valid. For more details call the information line on 0161 228 7811.