In Pictures: First run for Edinburgh tram service
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Craig Scotland drove the first tram carrying paying passengers at the Gyle shopping centre in Edinburgh.
Saturday marked the return of the Edinburgh tram for the first time in more than half a century
Edinburgh's long-awaited tram service rolled into action at 05:00 on Saturday
Saturday saw the first paying customers make use of the new tram service in Edinburgh
There were smiles all round as tram enthusiasts picked up their tickets for the first service from the city's Gyle shopping centre
Tram enthusiasts said there was a carnival atmosphere on board, with people cheering as the tram set off on its first run for paying customers
Tram enthusiasts eagerly awaited the arrival of the first service in Edinburgh on Saturday
The tram service was welcomed by enthusiasts on its return to the tracks in the capital