Thank the driver

Before the nation sticks its head out the window to show appreciation for our frontline workers, we revisit our photo story from Volume 4 Issue 001 of The Face starring just a handful of London's brilliant bus drivers.

Arti­cle tak­en from The Face Vol­ume 4 Issue 001. Order your copy here.

DANNY AUGUSTE, 47

How long have you been a bus driver?
Eleven years.’’
Why did you become a bus driver?
I love driving and wanted to give back to the public.”

MOHAMMED SHABBIR, 52

Any scary encounters?
A man came on with a gun — I had to call the police.’’
What’s the best thing a passenger has said to you?
Generally just the thankyous. They’re the best things.”

NADINE ALLEN, 41

Favourite passenger? The kids.’’
Why did you become a bus driver?
I was a legal secretary before this but I enjoy driving.
I thought: Let me get out of the office environment.’’’

NAA ACQUAH, 58

Favourite passenger? The elderly.”
Best seat? Back seats, downstairs.’’
Best thing a passenger’s said?”
“‘Thank you.’’’

ANTONIO DIVIRIGU, 45

Why did you become a bus driver?
I always wanted to drive a bus.’’
Best seat? Upstairs, above the driver’s seat.”

ESTHER BILSON, 38

How long have you been a bus driver?
Four weeks.’’
Best thing a passenger’s said?
“ Thank you’ and Hello.’’’

RICARDO LINO, 35

Why did you become a bus driver?
I was fascinated by bus drivers.
And my mum was one!”

More like this

Dr. Martens Quiz.exe

What kind of Buzz girl are you?

That’s the end of the quiz

Find out your results
Loading...
00:00 / 00:00