(18 Sep 2014, 5:48 pm)aureolin wrote November changes are very positive, and it's certainly refreshing to see. The cynic in me would suggest the 8 changes may be in retaliation to losing the 73 to Gateshead Central Taxis. Aside from Teal Farm, I'd say it'll now be quite difficult for Nexus to justify securing that route in it's entirety.
One slight criticism would be that there appeared to be no consultation. I don't use GNE buses nearly as much as I used to, but I've certainly been on 8's and 4's numerous times a week. Consultation is always a good thing, and something that GNE have historically done very well (apart from the Metrolink consultation).
The changes are good, changing the M2 etc to 82 etc is a good move.
The changes to the 8 is the only one which effects me, i use it on a morning to Washington... looks like i'll be stuck with the Silver Arrows, either way i still get to ride a decent bus!
I also use it to Beamish