Sunderland LIVE news: Updates on traffic, travel and weather on Friday, February 28

It's Poppy here until 2pm and I’ll be bringing you all of the latest news you need to know from across Sunderland and the wider North East. We’ve got an eye on the region’s roads and transport network and will also be sharing the latest forecast from the Met Office. We’ll also be bringing you updates on any breaking news from across the city. Scroll down and refresh for updates; don’t forget to get in touch on social media!