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Civic VIPs at the Metro opening. They include Coun
Civic VIPs at the Metro opening. They include Coun. Hugh Carling, Mayor of South Shields; Coun, Michael Campbell, leader of Tyne and Wear County Council; Coun. Mrs Annie Pratt, Mayor of Sunderland and Coun. Jim Hornsby, chairman of Tyne Wear Council. 23rd March 1984
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City Metro Public Transport Rail Railway Tyne And Wear Metro 1984
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Civic VIPs Unite to Celebrate the Inauguration of Tyne and Wear Metro". In this print from March 23rd, 1984, we witness a momentous occasion as esteemed civic leaders gather together to commemorate the grand opening of the Tyne and Wear Metro. The image captures an era when public transport was undergoing a transformative shift in the bustling city. Amongst those captured in this historic snapshot are Coun. Hugh Carling, Mayor of South Shields; Coun. Michael Campbell, leader of Tyne and Wear County Council; Coun. Mrs Annie Pratt, Mayor of Sunderland; and Coun. Jim Hornsby, chairman of Tyne Wear Council. These influential figures stand side by side with beaming smiles on their faces - proud representatives who played pivotal roles in bringing forth this remarkable transportation system. The significance of this event cannot be overstated – it marked a new chapter for urban mobility within the region. The introduction of the Tyne and Wear Metro revolutionized travel for countless residents and commuters alike, offering efficient rail connections that connected communities across Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead, Sunderland, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, and beyond. This evocative photograph serves as a testament to both progress and collaboration between local authorities during an exciting period in history. As we look back at these visionary leaders standing united at the metro opening ceremony over three decades ago – their dedication to improving public transport still resonates today.
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