(17 Dec 2017, 2:45 pm)Michael I think the Omnilinks were rumoured to be replaced next year... I think offerig better buses could help it in getting more passengers.. Adding features like USB ports etc.
I think the changes to the service haven't helped either... 3 hour gap at the Hastings Hill on a morning and afternoon because it runs as the X24A.... Which to me, is daft.
I've been on the x24a a few times since it's introduction, and I think the most I've seen board or alight at Doxford is three people. It has also caused confusion for passengers. I can recall more than one occasion where passengers have got a surprise when it has turned left to go to Doxford instead of Hastings hill and they've had to be let off the bus, not releasing it didn't serve Hastings Hill. It also is vulnerable to traffic congestion and the afternoon journeys have arrived late into Newcastle quite often.
