Stanningley Bypass was opened in the early 1970s aimed at easing traffic congestion. But it's relationship with motorists and city folk has been an uneasy one down the decades. Enjoy these photos, plucked from the YEP archive, which showcase the changing face of the dual carriageway through the years. READ MORE: 19 never seen before photos of Bramley through the years | 33 never seen before photos of Pudsey through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook

5. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

June 1981 and motorists queue to negotiate a ramp on Stanningley Bypass.

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6. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

Stanningley Bypass sweeps through this aerial photo taken by former YEP snapper Peter Thacker in March 1988.

Photo: Peter Thacker

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7. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

January 1996 and these damaged crash barriers on the central reservation of Stanningley Bypass were cause for concern. Pictured is Denise Thorley of the Automobile Association.

Photo: Mark Bickerdike

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8. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

Remember when speed cameras were installed on Stanningley Bypass? It was July 1997.

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Changing Leeds - Travel along Stanningley Bypass down the decades

It's the major commuter route connecting Leeds and Bradford with a claim to fame.

5. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

6. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

7. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

8. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

Changing Leeds - Travel along Stanningley Bypass down the decades

It's the major commuter route connecting Leeds and Bradford with a claim to fame.

5. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

6. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

7. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

8. Stanningley Bypass down the decades

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