Looks like GNE have been awarded with the 700/701 again - from the 17th September.
PB0002400/450 - GO NORTHERN LTD T/A GO NORTH EAST, 117 QUEEN STREET, GATESHEAD, NE8 2UA
Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between Sunderland, Park Lane Interchange and Sunderland, Park Lane Interchange given service number 700/701 effective from 17-Sep-2016. To amend Timetable.
RE: Go North East: Upcoming Service Changes v2
Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.