Preston’s market manager retires today after 22 years of service.
David Bullock will head into retirement to spend more time with his family – and devote more time to his passion for rollercoasters!
The 62 year old became manager of Preston Markets in 2000, where he has remained a familiar face every since.
Prior to that, David, who describes himself as being “Burnley born and bred”, started off his market career at Burnley Market on February 26 1979, before becoming the market manager for Accrington Market in January 1995, making him arguably the longest serving markets officer in the UK to date.
Speaking to the Post today, David said: “It was a bit strange walking into work this morning and knowing that’s the last time I’ll do that as market manager, and all the traders have been coming up to me, so it’s quite an emotional day. I’m looking forward to retiring, but it’s also going to be sad.
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