First Manchester

[Damien]

RE: First Manchester
This whole taking passengers into Depots isn't such a no no as the rules and regulations lead us all to believe.

Ok so its not the normal thing, but it happens and has done a lot over the years. Many years ago in 1991. I remember on several occaions catching the old 12 and 68, operated by Swinton Depot and Bolton Depot, and they went down Folly Lane where the old Swinton Depot was. One morning we were on BN4498 Great Bus, when he announced he had a slow puncture, and was calling in to the Depot to get some air. Next time we were on the old 3106SN Based olympian which needed water, so we called in at the depot.

Jump forward 20 years ago, and First Manchester Bury Depot Drivers are known from time to time, for driving an in service vehicle into the depot. Like for instance, if they have forgotten something that they need, or if the driver who had the bus before them has left something behind. Ok it doesnt happen a lot, but it happens with one or two drivers. Insurance might be an issue, but it doesn't stop if from happening, after all its not like anyone is going round the depot. Your in a bus with the doors shut.