(06 Apr 2022, 2:16 pm)ne14ne1 wrote No it’s just a term used, there’s no physical gate.
Im sure the High Level Bridge and bus only stretch of John Dobson Street are referred to as Bus Gates too for example.

ah right. I thought it was just written as " bus lane " in the areas you mention... maybe its a gateshead thing!

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(06 Apr 2022, 2:22 pm)Andreos1 wrote Physical objects and barriers can break and cost money.

Cameras can make money. 

I'd hazard a guess the shares in Gateshead Councils white paint suppliers will be divested in to shares in Gateshead Councils traffic camera suppliers.

Good point.  Maybe if enough car driver fail to see the signs and end up with a fine gateshead council can reduce my council tax bill