South Tyneside residents urged to give their views on the future of North East buses
South Tyneside residents can have their say on how local bus services are planned and delivered.
Residents across South Tyneside are being sought to give their views on the future of bus services across the North East.
The North East Mayoral Strategic Authority (MSA) is asking members of the public for their opinions on proposals that could change how local bus services are planned and delivered in the future.
The proposals are looking at a ‘Bus Franchising Scheme’ that would:
- Set routes, timetables and fares.
- Decide service standards.
- Contract bus operators to run services on its behalf.
It would mean that bus companies would continue to run transport services, but under measures outlined by the North East MSA - essentially granting more public control.
North East bus services are currently deregulated, meaning private companies decide routes, timetables, fares and service standards.
Members of the public have until 9am on Monday, September 28, to share their views on the consultation.
You can find out more information about the proposals and give you views by visiting: https://www.northeast-ca.gov.uk/consultations/haveyoursay.