North East traffic and travel LIVE: What you need to know


Follow us throughout the day as we update you with the latest information on transport services and what is happening on the roads.
TRAFFIC - updated at 8am
Motorists may encounter some delays on the A19 southbound at the A182 Hall Walks junction. Traffic is coping well. Lane one of two leading up to the slip road is closed due to a lorry having its tyre changed.
METRO - update 8am
One peak/short service is not running today.
The trips are:
07.49 Regent Centre to Pelaw
08.20 Pelaw to Monkseaton
SHIELDS FERRY - update 8am
The ferry service is running to timetable.
NEWCASTLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT- update 8am
There are no reports of any delays.
DURHAM TEES VALLEY AIRPORT -update 8am
There are no reports of any delays.