Leeds passengers continue to show their appreciation following the reintroduction of the number 9 bus between Horsforth and the White Rose Centre.
It’s two weeks since the route was taken on by Yorkshire Buses after it was withdrawn by First Group, and travellers and bosses alike are pleased with how it has gone despite some challenges along the way.
Steve Carr, from Yorkshire Buses, says that passenger numbers are starting to look healthy following a slow start due to the Easter holidays.
He said: “This week, with the colleges back and the schools back, it’s been very good.
“Excellent feedback from people – they like the fact that staff are friendly, that’s our whole ethos.”
There have been some challenges with traffic affecting travel times, with Yorkshire Buses putting out a statement on their social media this morning apologising for the roadworks in Horsforth causing the service to run late.
Passengers in Horsforth say that they are very happy that the route has been saved, with one describing it as a “lifeline” as he can see his family easily.
Full details of the route along with timetables can be found on the Yorkshire Buses website: http://www.yorkshirebuses.co.uk
Phil Towers 
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