PASSENGERS in the Bolton and Bury area face another round of bus strikes as drivers at two major companies step up their disputes over pay.

But a planned strike for Friday by First Manchester has been called off - however they will stage a one day stoppage on Monday.

And drivers at Stagecoach Ribble are stepping up their action meaning the company is having to cancel many weekend services.

Full details in Wednesday's print version of the Bolton Evening News and on our 9.30am update.