(25 Apr 2016, 7:40 pm)LeeCalder wrote It was a tongue in cheek comment, but, whatever.
Arriva have had massive problems due to these roadworks, but the lack of spare buses is probably more of a concern.
p.s. It wasn't a dig at you or the company Dan, it just so seems that there is a genuine lack of running time in GNE's timetables, such as the AD122 for example.
I don't know where you've got this from... The AD122 timetable is incredibly slack! They can usually wait 5-10 minutes for a connecting X85 if this is late into Hexham, and still get to Haltwhistle on time.
Have you ever used the service, or just photographed it by the side of the road? Due to the nature of the service, the bus can often be stood stationary for 5 minutes while the driver assists tourists/walkers. There's enough slack in the timetable to allow drivers to do that!