A forest of poles virtually obscures the view of drivers up Halton Hill on Selby Road in April 1990 as work continued putting up new lighting standards. The new poles were being installed before the old ones were taken down. These photos, plucked from the YEP archive, feature local landmarks, some familiar faces and highlight stories making the news headlines during the decade. Spotted anyone you remember? READ MORE: 33 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
19. Halton in the 1990s
The nearest form of transport to a car for seven-year-old Rachel Murton from Halton was a toy go kart. Despite this she has received a demand for road tax in January 1997. Photo: Dan Oxtoby
20. Halton in the 1990s
Leeds Central MP Derek Fatchett by eyesore derelict flats on Cartmell Drive in April 1996. Photo: Peter Thacker
21. Halton in the 1990s
November 1997 and this house on Halton Moor Road was sold at auction for a £1,000. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
22. Halton in the 1990s
September 1991 and the new layout on Halton Moor Road designed to slow down cars and discourage lorry drivers. Photo: YPN
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