The new transmitter marks the culmination of four years of investment by broadcasters to deliver digital radio across Greater Manchester. From tomorrow, nearly 90% of Manchester households can receive the full line-up of 42 digital stations.

Channels include Key 103 and BBC Radio Manchester, as well as the BBC's digital music and sports stations, Heart, Absolute Radio 80s, Kiss, Jazz FM and Planet Rock.

Furthermore, an additional 120 kilometres of roads in Manchester will be able to receive all the ...