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A Yorkshire bus factory gets a new lease of life and goes on to inspire innovation in the industry in this pleasing short film.

Factual TV 1988 8 mins

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Overview

This inspiring story of grit and determination details a Yorkshire bus factory’s spectacular resurrection after closure. We begin with a brief history of bus travel in Yorkshire, but swiftly move to a detailed discussion of a contemporary Yorkshire bus factory. Interviewees who work at the factory tell of their surprising change in fortunes which is celebrated by both management and employees.