Andy Burnham’s Bee Network has been one of his key policies during his time as Mayor and shows no sign of slowing down. There’s plans to fully bring buses under public ownership in January with proposals also in place for the expansion of the Metrolink network.
While looking to the future it’s always fun to reflect on the past - so we’ve delved into the archives for these great scenes from decades ago. We’ve got buses and trams from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s and 1990s among other nostalgic scenes. Take a look and see what memories come flooding back.
13. Piccadilly Gardens, 1966
Alan Murray-Rust via geograph.org.uk | Credit: Alan Murray-Rust via geograph.org.uk
14. Portland Street, 1966
Trolleybuses. Credit: Alan Murray-Rust via geograph.org.uk | Credit: Alan Murray-Rust via geograph.org.uk
15. St Mary's Gate before pedestrianisation
St Mary's Gate leading towards the Arndale and Market Street. Cars used to be able to drive up Market Street. Credit: David Dixon via geograph.org.uk | David Dixon via geograph.org.uk
16. Manchester Taxi Convoy, 1979
Annual Manchester Taxi Convoy to Blackpool on the East Lancs Road. A charity event that started in 1949, in which Manchester taxi drivers would take 200 children to Blackpool for a free fun day out. Credit: David Dixon via geograph.org.uk | David Dixon via geograph.org.uk