Metros now running '˜normal' service after suspension is lifted

Metro services have now been resumed after a suspension was lifted on a part of the track.

Trains were stopped from calling at stations between South Gosforth and Shiremoor following a power surge, last night.

Passengers in Sunderland were hit by the line closure.placeholder image
Passengers in Sunderland were hit by the line closure.

Emergency repairs were carried out during the night.

The suspension has now been lifted and a normal service has been resumed.

A Tweet by Nexus said: “The suspension between South Gosforth - Shiremoor has been lifted and trains will be stopping here. Thank you for your patience in this matter, and we apologise for the inconvenience caused.”

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