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RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Michael - 15 Apr 2016
Wasn't sure where to put this, as its both Metro and Politics but anyway:
Washington Metro Petition
http://www.sharonhodgson.org/washington_metro_petition?recruiter_id=42539
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - JP6004 - 16 Apr 2016
When are they starting refurbishment of Heworth. Thought it was supposed to be starting this month
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - LeeCalder - 16 Apr 2016
(15 Apr 2016, 6:25 pm)Michael Wasn't sure where to put this, as its both Metro and Politics but anyway:
Washington Metro Petition
http://www.sharonhodgson.org/washington_metro_petition?recruiter_id=42539
Sharon Hodgson has tried this each year for at least the last four, and each time has got nowhere at all.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Michael - 17 Apr 2016
(16 Apr 2016, 5:10 pm)LeeCalder Sharon Hodgson has tried this each year for at least the last four, and each time has got nowhere at all.
She has, to me its pointless, it won't happen because the Government would rather locate the money to London, as they can afford to build Crossrail and HS2 (although not started) and now they're planning extensions for Crossrail...but nothing for the Tyne and Wear metro?
London wants, London gets, yes its the capital but that isn't the point, money should be spread around the country.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - BJ10VUS - 17 Apr 2016
(16 Apr 2016, 3:30 pm)JP6004 When are they starting refurbishment of Heworth. Thought it was supposed to be starting this month
December 2015 according to Nexus! But in all seriousness, I think it is due to start within the next month or so...
http://www.nexus.org.uk/news/item/nexus-invest-%C2%A340m-metro-modernisation-over-next-12-months
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Dan - 17 Apr 2016
(17 Apr 2016, 11:45 am)BJ10VUS December 2015 according to Nexus! But in all seriousness, I think it is due to start within the next month or so...
http://www.nexus.org.uk/news/item/nexus-invest-%C2%A340m-metro-modernisation-over-next-12-months
Refurbishment delayed, Metro apologises.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - BJ10VUS - 17 Apr 2016
(17 Apr 2016, 11:46 am)Dan Refurbishment delayed, Metro apologises.
I hope Metro Ken is ashamed of himself!
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Adrian - 17 Apr 2016
(17 Apr 2016, 10:02 am)Michael She has, to me its pointless, it won't happen because the Government would rather locate the money to London, as they can afford to build Crossrail and HS2 (although not started) and now they're planning extensions for Crossrail...but nothing for the Tyne and Wear metro?
London wants, London gets, yes its the capital but that isn't the point, money should be spread around the country.
You can't compare London to the Tyne and Wear Metro though. The footfall in London justifies Crossrail 1 & 2, and the Tube is well over capacity (and actually at breaking point) during peak times. Almost 87 million entries/exits at Victoria alone during 2014, which is over double of what used the entire Tyne and Wear Metro system in 2015 - around 40 million...
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - BusLoverMum - 18 Apr 2016
Oh dear.
http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/metro-passengers-north-tyneside-left-11200308
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Michael - 18 Apr 2016
(18 Apr 2016, 8:14 am)BusLoverMum Oh dear.
http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/metro-passengers-north-tyneside-left-11200308
Oh dear, its not a good day at all
Reports of a power failure at East Boldon now!
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Ambassador - 18 Apr 2016
Archaic system under archaic management struggling under the weight of even minor demand....
No surprises really
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Andreos1 - 18 Apr 2016
Has anyone seen the clip doing the rounds of the blokes on the platform (somewhere on North Tyneside), kicking off at a passenger on the train?
Swearing, fist pumping, head banging and spitting.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Michael - 18 Apr 2016
(18 Apr 2016, 10:06 pm)Andreos1 Has anyone seen the clip doing the rounds of the blokes on the platform (somewhere on North Tyneside), kicking off at a passenger on the train?
Swearing, fist pumping, head banging and spitting.
Seen it a few times, few people said the video was filmed at Meadow Well... Doesn't surprise me.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Michael - 21 Apr 2016
Normal day on the metro:
There are delays of up to 15 mins to trains running between South Shields and St James due to a problem with the power supply. Please leave extra time for your journey.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Davie - 21 Apr 2016
(21 Apr 2016, 7:43 am)Michael Normal day on the metro:
There are delays of up to 15 mins to trains running between South Shields and St James due to a problem with the power supply. Please leave extra time for your journey.
Only 15 minutes? That's good for the Metro!
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Andreos1 - 21 Apr 2016
It appears Metro may be let out again in the future.
NEPO have a tender advertising 'legal services in the letting of the next Metro Concession'.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Michael - 21 Apr 2016
Minor delays between Central Station and the coast via South Gosforth due to an overhead line fault and a train being withdrawn from service. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Michael - 22 Apr 2016
Train services are disrupted due to an earlier train failure at Central Station. Trains are running but we currently have delays of up to 30 mins to trains running between Central Station and South Shields and South Hylton. Whilst trains are running they are not to timetable and passengers should leave extra time for their journey.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - BJ10VUS - 24 Apr 2016
It's not a major thing, but after travelling on the Metro yesterday, I've noticed that the wording is a bit funny on the announcement leaving St James. If you're local, it probably wouldn't matter, but if you're a visitor to the area, it could be a bit confusing?
"This train is for all stations to South Shields. Next station is Monument, change here for trains to South Shields, South Hylton, Airport and Whitley Bay via Four Lane Ends, and local bus services."
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro - Michael - 25 Apr 2016
Wonder if this problem will be sorted for tomorrow, this is off earlier:
Some peak time Metro services are cancelled today due to a shortage of available trains. While most services will run as normal, those between Pelaw and Monkseaton or Regent Centre may be cancelled. As a result trains will be busier than usual. We're sorry for any inconvenience.