Bus routes through Gateshead villages saved after concerns that residents would be left 'isolated'

Essential bus routes which connect Gateshead villages have been saved following a public consultation.

The public transport body, Nexus, has worked with local MPs and councillors to reinstate three bus routes serving communities in north Durham and the south of Gateshead.

Durham County Council and Nexus have worked together to maintain the 29 service operating between Newcastle, Gateshead, Kibblesworth, Ouston and Chester-le-Street.