'My grandson's joined me driving coaches - and I couldn't be more proud'
manchestereveningnews.co.ukOne of the oldest staff members at a Greater Manchester coach company is helping the youngest recruit to earn his spurs – his grandson.
John Gilbody, 73, was thrilled when 22-year-old Louie Mulcair joined Stockport company Belle Vue Manchester after being made redundant from his job during the pandemic.
Louie started as a valeter and made such a good impression with his enthusiasm and abilities that bosses soon offered him the chance to train as a driver. READ MORE: Join the FREE Manchester Evening News WhatsApp community Having quickly achieved his qualifications, he was assigned to school bus routes and coach trips.
Louie and John, who both live in Stockport, have teamed up for a number of trips, including taking Manchester City fans to Wembley matches, a wedding party to London and charity bike riders to Blackpool.
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