Gateshead Council18 Mar 2025Closed flyover to be demolished 'by end of year'Demolition of the flyover, which has been closed since December, is confirmed by Gateshead Council.18 Mar 2025Tyne14 Mar 2025£18m set aside to demolish dangerous flyoverDemolishing the Gateshead flyover is a better option than repairing it, the council says.14 Mar 2025Tyne11 Mar 2025Bus route reopens as flyover work completedGateshead Council says the work is "an interim" measure and plans remain to demolish the structure.11 Mar 2025Tyne2 Mar 2025New traffic measures and closures on Tyne BridgeVehicles, pedestrians and cyclists will switch lanes and overnight closures are planned.2 Mar 2025Tyne28 Feb 2025Flyover checks were 'almost weekly' - leaderGateshead Council leader Martin Gannon says he should have been more clear about the checks.28 Feb 2025Tyne25 Feb 2025Government 'willing' to talk over bridge repairsWork on the Redheugh Bridge, linking Newcastle and Gateshead, is estimated to cost about £1m.25 Feb 2025Tyne12 Feb 2025Crumbling city bridge to close for repairsThe River Tyne crossing is to shut for a day to allow repairs to handrails and the road surface.12 Feb 2025Tyne5 Feb 2025New strengthening begins at doomed flyoverIt is hoped the measure will enable Metro services to continue and could also see a bus lane reopen.5 Feb 2025Tyne3 Feb 2025Flyover checks were not weekly, council admitsDespite previous assurances, the council says checks were "not necessarily" carried out this often.3 Feb 2025Tyne...
