(29 May 2015, 4:45 pm)Tom wrote It says:
''No replacement bus service will be in operation between Pelaw and South Hylton and passengers travelling in the affected area advised to plan their journey in advance, or by calling Nexus on 0191 20 20 747.''
I'd say the point still remains, but if they've made the decision not to provide a replacement bus service, I don't think they can expect bus operators to pick up the slack commercially. Especially given the compensation Metro will get from Network Rail.