Trial journeys to be held for new rail system

Researchers from Coventry University will be surveying people to get their views on the scheme

About 2,000 people who take test journeys on a new "very light railway" (VLR) system in Coventry will be surveyed on their views about it.

The feedback will be used in a report to assist the future development of the city's forthcoming public transport service.

A 220m (721ft) demonstrator line has been constructed as part of a trial of the new tram system.

Researchers from the University of Coventry said they would also carry out further in-depth follow-up research on people's attitudes towards the VLR.

Bosses at the city council said it could be built at about half the cost of a conventional tram system.

When it is completed, the VLR is expected to form part of a city-wide transport network, connecting with existing electric bus routes.

Members of the public were invited to book a ride in the battery-powered carriage on a limited number of dates in June.