The government lifted lockdown restrictions to allow non-essential retailers to open on Monday, June 15. These 20 photographs show the huge contrast between lockdown life and now, as the city begins to return to normal.
1. Before
Main shopping street Briggate during the UK coronavirus lockdown when people were urged to stay at home and businesses had to close. Photo: James Hardisty
2. After
Briggate on Monday, June 15 when lockdown restrictions were lifted and 'non-essential' shops could reopen. Photo: Bruce Rolliinson
3. Before
The entrance into Trinity Leeds from Commercial Street during the lockdown was sealed off. Marks & Spencer's foodhall was open but only accessible on Briggate. Photo: James Hardisty
4. After
A one-way system was put in place to manage how many people could enter the centre in order to maintain social distancing. Photo: Rebecca Marano
5. Before
A completely deserted Albion Street in May 2020. Photo: James Hardisty
6. After
A completely different scene on Albion Place in June 2020. Social distancing measures meant the queue into Primark snaked all the way around the corner onto Bond Street. Photo: Bruce Rollinson