(03 Jul 2014, 7:15 pm)AIG20 28037 (YP14 TPJ) by emdjt42
Only 28040 to confirm now!
(03 Jul 2014, 7:15 pm)AIG20 28037 (YP14 TPJ) by emdjt42
Only 28040 to confirm now!
22079 still working for Sunderland - on 12s today.
Would lead to the assumption that, given all of the gas buses have entered service, Sunderland will be left with a fully DDA compliant fleet after all.
Regarding delays - still absolutely hideous. Two 35s and five gas buses (two 16s, two 13s and a 3) past two E200s - both working 23s.
Despite our articulated concerns, these remodelling works are having a major effect on the reliability of our bus services.
These roadworks commenced in mid-June, and are expected to be in place until August 2014, and will be undertaken over a number of phases.
Due to the location and severity of these works there is likely to be significant disruption to traffic flow, especially at peak periods, and this may affect bus service operations.
In light of the problems we have experienced over the last week, we have asked our colleagues at Sunderland City Council to reconsider the details of how this scheme is being delivered, so that disruption to public transport customers can be minimised.
We do not feel that it is acceptable for buses to be delayed for prolonged periods whilst they pass through these roadworks, or the large gaps in the schedule these works are creating. Quite frankly, the disruption these works are causing to customers is unacceptable.
To mitigate the effects of these works, we are seeking to operate additional journeys when resources permit. Although clearly, due to the nature of these works, these additional buses are also subject to delays and disruption.
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From Friday 4 July 2014, Services 5 and 5A will be revised to temporarily no longer stop at the north end of Fawcett Street, John Street, or on High Street West. This temporary revision, made as a last resort, is due to the sheer levels of disruption which are being encountered on these routes. By omitting these stops at the north end of the city, it enables buses to operate via Athenaeum Street/ Borough Road and Sans Street, thus avoiding the worst of the congestion.
All other services in the Sunderland area continue to operate normal routes, but are subject to delays due to these works.
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Stagecoach would like to apologise for any inconvenience, delays or disruptions these highways works by Sunderland City Council may cause.
Sunderland City Council have asked for patience while works are ongoing over the summer.
Services Affected: 3, 4, 5, 5A, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 18, 19, 20, 23, E1, E2, E6, X1
(04 Jul 2014, 7:34 pm)Michael Nice for stagecoach to tell us they have talked to the council and are giving us a proper update...
NOT LIKE GNE
(04 Jul 2014, 7:34 pm)Michael Nice for stagecoach to tell us they have talked to the council and are giving us a proper update...
NOT LIKE GNE
(04 Jul 2014, 7:43 pm)cbma06 Taken from GNE facebook page (9 hours ago.).
Services to north of Sunderland are currently delayed due to works. We're working with the council to lessen these delays
It's interesting that SNE anticipate that services 8, 10/11 and 20 could be affected by the works on St. Mary's Way.
The traffic isn't anywhere near as bad as soon as you hit St. Michael's Way, so I can't see why these services would be affected? I certainly haven't seen any major late running on service 8 (which would be the easiest one to identify of the aforementioned services due to its 30 minute frequency).
Really is a shame that the Council haven't been willing to work with the bus operators to minimise disruption though.
If it continues to be as bad as this, could it be an idea to divert via Queen Alexandra Bridge, past Deptford and onto St. Michael's Way?
Heading out to the North of Sunderland, services could use the stop outside of the Glass Spider - not sure for heading into the City Centre though...
(04 Jul 2014, 7:34 pm)Michael Nice for stagecoach to tell us they have talked to the council and are giving us a proper update...
NOT LIKE GNE
(04 Jul 2014, 7:34 pm)Michael Nice for stagecoach to tell us they have talked to the council and are giving us a proper update...
NOT LIKE GNE
(04 Jul 2014, 7:55 pm)Greg in Weardale Stagecoach are better at giving details of service disruptions; whilst GNE may tell you about general traffic delays and road closures, on Twitter Stagecoach provide details of specific delays and cancellations caused by breakdowns etc., a much more open and honest attitude.
(04 Jul 2014, 7:55 pm)Greg in Weardale Stagecoach are better at giving details of service disruptions; whilst GNE may tell you about general traffic delays and road closures, on Twitter Stagecoach provide details of specific delays and cancellations caused by breakdowns etc., a much more open and honest attitude.
Can anyone send me a photo of 22050 looking smart after a Repaint. Regards Robin
(04 Jul 2014, 10:03 pm)AIG20 In Stockton, the Macmillan School Bus Services will be revised from the beginning of the 2014/2015 academic year (September).
Apparently only 6 decker's will be needed, where ironically there are a total of six Dennis Tridents, meaning the four remaining Volvo Olympians may be withdrawn as they may no longer be needed.
(04 Jul 2014, 10:03 pm)AIG20 In Stockton, the Macmillan School Bus Services will be revised from the beginning of the 2014/2015 academic year (September).
Apparently only 6 decker's will be needed, where ironically there are a total of six Dennis Tridents, meaning the four remaining Volvo Olympians may be withdrawn as they may no longer be needed.
(04 Jul 2014, 10:03 pm)AIG20 In Stockton, the Macmillan School Bus Services will be revised from the beginning of the 2014/2015 academic year (September).
Apparently only 6 decker's will be needed, where ironically there are a total of six Dennis Tridents, meaning the four remaining Volvo Olympians may be withdrawn as they may no longer be needed.
(04 Jul 2014, 10:03 pm)AIG20 In Stockton, the Macmillan School Bus Services will be revised from the beginning of the 2014/2015 academic year (September).
Apparently only 6 decker's will be needed, where ironically there are a total of six Dennis Tridents, meaning the four remaining Volvo Olympians may be withdrawn as they may no longer be needed.
(04 Jul 2014, 10:08 pm)Dan Having a PVR of six with just six vehicles which meet the contract specification will prove difficult...
(04 Jul 2014, 10:08 pm)Dan Having a PVR of six with just six vehicles which meet the contract specification will prove difficult...
