Gateshead Central Taxis
Gateshead Central Taxis
(19 Apr 2021, 10:19 am)Michael What else is running on the SNS?
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Central Taxis Gateshead SK67 FMY. by Guy Park-Royal, on Flickr![[Image: 51124977579_e9ab601c13_z.jpg]](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51124977579_e9ab601c13_z.jpg)
Central Taxis Gateshead YJ64 DYV. by Guy Park-Royal, on Flickr
(19 Apr 2021, 10:19 am)Michael What else is running on the SNS?
Central Taxis Gateshead SK67 FMY. by Guy Park-Royal, on FlickrCentral Taxis Gateshead YJ64 DYV. by Guy Park-Royal, on Flickr
Looks like one StreetLite and two solos. Im very surprised at that
(19 Apr 2021, 10:57 am)GuyParkRoyal
(19 Apr 2021, 10:57 am)GuyParkRoyal
Aren’t they supposed to be every 20
minutes as I’ve come over to the road near Nightingale and it was half an hour between each one
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(19 Apr 2021, 11:58 am)TEN 6083 Aren’t they supposed to be every 20
minutes as I’ve come over to the road near Nightingale and it was half an hour between each one
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(19 Apr 2021, 11:58 am)TEN 6083 Aren’t they supposed to be every 20
minutes as I’ve come over to the road near Nightingale and it was half an hour between each one
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(19 Apr 2021, 11:58 am)TEN 6083 Aren’t they supposed to be every 20And of course they don't track on bustimes.org and neither GCT nor Nexus have an app that shows their buses
minutes as I’ve come over to the road near Nightingale and it was half an hour between each one
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(19 Apr 2021, 11:58 am)TEN 6083 Aren’t they supposed to be every 20And of course they don't track on bustimes.org and neither GCT nor Nexus have an app that shows their buses
minutes as I’ve come over to the road near Nightingale and it was half an hour between each one
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(19 Apr 2021, 5:50 pm)busmanT And of course they don't track on bustimes.org and neither GCT nor Nexus have an app that shows their buses
(19 Apr 2021, 5:50 pm)busmanT And of course they don't track on bustimes.org and neither GCT nor Nexus have an app that shows their buses
We've established elsewhere on this forum this evening that certain members of the forum like to 'attack' Gateshead Central Taxis. Others would suggest it's noting operational issues in a bid to provoke discussion on compliance and adhering to legal and/or contractual obligations.
It was noted yesterday that the SNS service, on its first day of operation under Gateshead Central Taxis, suffered a breakdown with an 18-reg Optare Solo. This is unfortunate, but paired with the roadworks near Deptford Terrace, resulted in services running to severe delays all day. Seemingly rather than three buses run the contract as they are contractually bound to do, Gateshead Central ran the service with two buses (a 64-reg Optare Solo and a 67-reg Wright Streetlite). At approximately 17:30, I noticed the Solo and Streetlite running in tandem. That presumably means that there were gaps in service of an hour, rather than the service running every 20 minutes as is scheduled.
The 18-reg Solo was allocated again today so was presumably repaired (hooray!) however it is disappointing to note that the quality of service has vastly reduced now the service is no longer being operated by Go North East (sub-contracted to JH Coaches):
(20 Apr 2021, 6:45 pm)Dan It was noted yesterday that the SNS service, on its first day of operation under Gateshead Central Taxis, suffered a breakdown with an 18-reg Optare Solo. This is unfortunate, but paired with the roadworks near Deptford Terrace, resulted in services running to severe delays all day. Seemingly rather than three buses run the contract as they are contractually bound to do, Gateshead Central ran the service with two buses (a 64-reg Optare Solo and a 67-reg Wright Streetlite). At approximately 17:30, I noticed the Solo and Streetlite running in tandem. That presumably means that there were gaps in service of an hour, rather than the service running every 20 minutes as is scheduled.
(20 Apr 2021, 6:45 pm)Dan It was noted yesterday that the SNS service, on its first day of operation under Gateshead Central Taxis, suffered a breakdown with an 18-reg Optare Solo. This is unfortunate, but paired with the roadworks near Deptford Terrace, resulted in services running to severe delays all day. Seemingly rather than three buses run the contract as they are contractually bound to do, Gateshead Central ran the service with two buses (a 64-reg Optare Solo and a 67-reg Wright Streetlite). At approximately 17:30, I noticed the Solo and Streetlite running in tandem. That presumably means that there were gaps in service of an hour, rather than the service running every 20 minutes as is scheduled.
The 18 plate Solo was repaired about 20 mins or so after I had posted about it yesterday being topped up with vital fluids by a support vehicle, but I don't think an attempt was made to get it running to its original timings.
I just wish GCT would give some services back,where i live,i could walk through and get the 335,but i rather not as GCT run services are a complete 'lottery' wether your bus is gonna turn up or not,likewise if im coming from my friends house (im in their social bubble),i always aim for the last GNE run 11,just so i dont have to travel on one of their breadvans,quality round here on services has completely died as of last year
(20 Apr 2021, 6:45 pm)Dan We've established elsewhere on this forum this evening that certain members of the forum like to 'attack' Gateshead Central Taxis. Others would suggest it's noting operational issues in a bid to provoke discussion on compliance and adhering to legal and/or contractual obligations.
It was noted yesterday that the SNS service, on its first day of operation under Gateshead Central Taxis, suffered a breakdown with an 18-reg Optare Solo. This is unfortunate, but paired with the roadworks near Deptford Terrace, resulted in services running to severe delays all day. Seemingly rather than three buses run the contract as they are contractually bound to do, Gateshead Central ran the service with two buses (a 64-reg Optare Solo and a 67-reg Wright Streetlite). At approximately 17:30, I noticed the Solo and Streetlite running in tandem. That presumably means that there were gaps in service of an hour, rather than the service running every 20 minutes as is scheduled.
The 18-reg Solo was allocated again today so was presumably repaired (hooray!) however it is disappointing to note that the quality of service has vastly reduced now the service is no longer being operated by Go North East (sub-contracted to JH Coaches):
What we don't know for certain is if Gateshead Central Taxis are using any enhanced cleaning measures such as fogging devices, as we know the previous operator of the contract did, providing assurance and comfort of mind to those using the bus to get their vaccination, but I'd suggest this is unlikely.
- mini/midibus sized vehicles now being allocated, rather than full-size single-decks, reducing social distancing capabilities (should loadings have warranted larger buses).
- vehicles not equipped with vandal screens to protect drivers, and despite this, most drivers are not wearing a face covering (see examples here, here, here, here and here).
- vehicles not equipped with hand sanitiser, as they were historically
- improper social distancing measures in place between presumed staff members (see examples here and here - I wonder if the other man not driving enjoyed his McDonalds at the front of the bus?)
Elsewhere it was noted that whilst both the 592 and 593 operated yesterday (both departing Doxford Park on time), but the 17:15 journey on service 593 operated in excess of five minutes early heading towards Pallion.
(20 Apr 2021, 6:45 pm)Dan We've established elsewhere on this forum this evening that certain members of the forum like to 'attack' Gateshead Central Taxis. Others would suggest it's noting operational issues in a bid to provoke discussion on compliance and adhering to legal and/or contractual obligations.
It was noted yesterday that the SNS service, on its first day of operation under Gateshead Central Taxis, suffered a breakdown with an 18-reg Optare Solo. This is unfortunate, but paired with the roadworks near Deptford Terrace, resulted in services running to severe delays all day. Seemingly rather than three buses run the contract as they are contractually bound to do, Gateshead Central ran the service with two buses (a 64-reg Optare Solo and a 67-reg Wright Streetlite). At approximately 17:30, I noticed the Solo and Streetlite running in tandem. That presumably means that there were gaps in service of an hour, rather than the service running every 20 minutes as is scheduled.
The 18-reg Solo was allocated again today so was presumably repaired (hooray!) however it is disappointing to note that the quality of service has vastly reduced now the service is no longer being operated by Go North East (sub-contracted to JH Coaches):
What we don't know for certain is if Gateshead Central Taxis are using any enhanced cleaning measures such as fogging devices, as we know the previous operator of the contract did, providing assurance and comfort of mind to those using the bus to get their vaccination, but I'd suggest this is unlikely.
- mini/midibus sized vehicles now being allocated, rather than full-size single-decks, reducing social distancing capabilities (should loadings have warranted larger buses).
- vehicles not equipped with vandal screens to protect drivers, and despite this, most drivers are not wearing a face covering (see examples here, here, here, here and here).
- vehicles not equipped with hand sanitiser, as they were historically
- improper social distancing measures in place between presumed staff members (see examples here and here - I wonder if the other man not driving enjoyed his McDonalds at the front of the bus?)
Elsewhere it was noted that whilst both the 592 and 593 operated yesterday (both departing Doxford Park on time), but the 17:15 journey on service 593 operated in excess of five minutes early heading towards Pallion.
(20 Apr 2021, 8:19 pm)park5354 The SNS service has been sub contracted to L & B coaches. L & B drivers are using GCT buses.
(20 Apr 2021, 8:19 pm)park5354 The SNS service has been sub contracted to L & B coaches. L & B drivers are using GCT buses.
Apparently the free Tesco services T1, T2 and T3 in Kingston Park could be axed. The M71 will continue to be operated by Phoenix Coaches. Disappointing if the free services are withdrawn.
Tbh I barely see anyone on that service when I've seen it..tbh it should be axed. Wideopen has 42A and Regent Centre and wherever the other buses serve have the metro and X47 and 6
Wonder if the T1 T2 and T3 being withdrawn will be the same reason Go North East Withdrawn the A1 A2 and A3 from Asda Byker
