Transport issues – both good and bad – dominated the city’s news agenda during 1986, a year which also featured Kirkgate Market traders take to the streets in opposition to redevelopment plans. These photos provide a fascinating glimpse into life across the city over the 12 months which included a number of changes and challenges. They are a mix from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: 15 photos to take you back to Leeds in 1985 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Leeds in 1986
Commercial Street looking west from the direction of Briggate. The tree stands at the junction with Lands Lane. West Riding House dominates the background and is situated in Albion Street. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Leeds in 1986
Scott Hall Middle was one of 27 schools listed for closure under proposals drawn up by council chiefs in November 1986. Photo: YPN
15. Leeds in 1986
A public meeting was held as a campaign began to keep Yeadon Town Hall open in October 1986. Photo: YPN
16. Leeds in 1986
Enjoy these photo memories from around Leeds in 1986. PIC: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
17. Leeds in 1986
Pub and restaurant High Farm Inn on Farrar Lane in Holt Park. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
18. Leeds in 1986
Do you remember Crumms restaurant and wine bar on Horsforth Town Street? Pictured in February 1986. Photo: YPN