Nottingham Post commented New 'Metro Strategy' will bring Nottingham and Derby closer...

The two cities of Nottingham and Derby will be joining forces to allow its residents to share services - such as leisure facilities and libraries - using a 'Metro card'.The card will mean people in Nottingham could use facilities such as the £27 million Derby Arena velodrome and also get discounts in shops in both cities.The announcement comes as the cities launch their 'Metro Strategy', which will involve working together, including possibly combining backroom IT services between the city