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!”

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