(02 Jun 2020, 2:11 pm)Jimmi wrote Transdev are in the process of introducing something along those lines: https://m.facebook.com/notes/the-north-w...755601723/

When this is introduced by the NE operators, I'll personally feel far more comfortable about using public transport to head into Newcastle or even just have a small trip out on the bus to somewhere for exercise. 

I live on one of the last stops before my service runs express into the city, so if it's indicating as reasonably quiet I know I'll get a seat and the only people I may inconvenience are those waiting at Gosforth - but they have a plethora of services. Though I will only travel off peak until social distancing is relaxed or service frequencies are further revised. 

In terms of using the bus to head somewhere for exercise, if this is introduced it should help people plan. Say if you check on a Monday and Tuesday how busy the service you intend on using is, you'll have a fair idea on the Wednesday whether you'll be inconveniencing others. 

I think the key is the government relaxing social distancing to the 1 metre followed by many other countries - instantly you'll increase capacity on buses to a reasonable volume (especially on double deckers).