Delays to Metro after train withdrawn from service

Commuters travelling between Newcastle and Sunderland on the metro this morning will face delays.

A train has been withdrawn from service meaning there will now be delays of 20 minutes on the line between Regent Centre and South Hylton.

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A train has been removed from service between Regent Centre and South Hylton.

Commuters have been urged to leave extra time for their journey.

A tweet from Tyne and Wear Metro Service says: "There are delays of up to 20 mins to trains running between Regent Centre and South Hylton due to a train being withdrawn from service.

"Please leave extra time for your journey."

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