A security squad deployed to combat a spate of violence and anti-social behaviour on the Tyne and Wear Metro will be staying for years to come.
The 24-strong team was brought in earlier this year following a string of incidents, particularly in North Tyneside, that led some to brand the Metro a “no go” area. Transport bosses have now confirmed that the extra security staff have been retained for another three years, after helping to cut anti-social behaviour and crime by more than half.
Metro operator Nexus said that there were more than 100 incidents reported across the 17 stations in North Tyneside this April, but that had been cut to fewer than 50 during the summer months.
