(30 Mar 2016, 10:14 pm)Adrian wrote Just a thought, but perhaps the upcoming devolution decision is causing Nexus to not get into any long term contracts?
If devolution goes through, NECA would be responsible for transport in Durham and Northumberland too, resulting in a complete overhaul of how Nexus is funded.
There was a feature on this during Look North last night.
With Gateshead opting out, there are concerns about a transport black hole in that area.