(17 Dec 2023, 10:53 am)L469 YVK wrote The whole reason why the loop will likely be in place (subject to consultation) is so that running times can be increased. Effectively, the time saved interworking the X21 & 35 via the loop will be re-invested elsewhere in both routes.
Yes - so why would they swap the routes of them in Bedlington if they've identified the solution to late running as looping Newbiggin?