Locals in the outer west of Newcastle have been “cut off” from vital services and the city centre, councillors have complained.
Major roadworks shutting off access to a key route in West Denton have sparked anger and resulted in bus services being diverted away from the area. Work started last week to install new pedestrian crossings and a bus lane on West Denton Way, on the approach to the Westerhope wheel roundabout in Stamfordham Road.
But, after Newcastle City Council initially announced that the eastbound section of the route would have to be completely closed for four weeks, furious local councillors complained that the disruption will stop people getting to and from shops and medical appointments. During the works, bus operator Stagecoach is sending its 6, 7, 11, 62 and 63 services away from West Denton Way, rerouting them via Hillhead Road instead.
