The Borough Road footbridge public inquiry has been brought to a close after four days of debate.
North Tyneside Council wants to demolish the bridge in North Shields claiming it would cost too much to repair and is infrequently used. However, this has been met with public outcry with many claiming the demolition would force the elderly or disabled to use more dangerous routes.
Many objectors also claim the bridge can still be repaired and estimates for its renovation were not accurate. The bridge connects Tennyson Terrace and Waldo street.
