Nexus is hosting public drop-in sessions for the Metro to Washington project, giving residents a direct way to learn more, ask questions, and share feedback about the $2.36 billion transport expansion plan. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Nexus is hosting public drop-in sessions for the Metro to Washington project, giving residents a direct way to learn more, ask questions, and share feedback about the $2.36 billion transport expansion plan
Image: Iain Buist/Newcastle Chronicle

The Metro to Washington project is a 13km extension of the Tyne and Wear Metro system and the first major addition in over 30 years. It will connect Pelaw and South Hylton through Washington using parts of the former Leamside Line.

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The extension will include new stations at Follingsby, Washington North, and Washington South. These additions aim to improve connectivity, reduce traffic congestion, and link more communities to economic opportunities across the North East.

Technical Planning Underway for Metro to Washington Project

Nexus has already started technical work, including ground investigations, environmental assessments, land strategies, and early cost-benefit analysis. The first trains are expected to run by 2033, marking a new chapter in regional mobility.

Nexus is hosting public drop-in sessions for the Metro to Washington project, giving residents a direct way to learn more, ask questions, and share feedback about the $2.36 billion transport expansion plan
Image: North East Combined Authority

North East Mayor Kim McGuinness expressed her enthusiasm for the project. She confirmed it delivers on her promise to extend the Metro network and bring new transit links to underserved areas like Washington.

Residents Invited to Metro to Washington Project Events

Paul Welford, Major Projects Director at Nexus, said these sessions provide a valuable opportunity for people to engage directly with the project team. The format is informal to allow flexible, one-on-one conversations.

Nexus emphasized that public feedback will be critical in shaping the project’s final design. Officials encourage all interested parties to attend and contribute to this major regional development.

Event Schedule:

  • June 17: Millennium Centre Library, Concord – 3:30–6:30pm
  • June 18: Columbia Community Association – 3:30–6:30pm
  • June 19: Tansey Centre, South Hylton – 3:30–6:30pm
  • June 23: Mickey’s Place, Sulgrave – 10:00am–12:00pm
  • June 24: Transform North East, Washington – 2:30–5:30pm
  • June 25: Washington Library – 3:30–6:30pm
  • June 26: Heworth Metro Station, Gateshead – 8:30am–12:00pm
  • June 30: Hebburn Central, South Tyneside – 3:30–6:30pm
  • July 1: Washington Arts Centre – 3:30–6:30pm

Source: www.chroniclelive.co.uk

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