Metro services between North Shields and Tynemouth are unlikely to run until after the weekend.
Following the collapse of a wall over the railway line at North Shields, Tyne and Wear Metro operators Nexus have confirmed that the route between North Shields and Tynemouth will be closed while repairs take place.
On a video released by the operators, the Metro's Commercial Services Director, Hew Lewis explained that services on the route are unlikely to resume over the weekend.
