Tyne Bridge closed LIVE: Huge delays after major bridge shut | UK | News

Motorists faced major delays this morning following the closure of the Tyne Bridge, one of Newcastle’s main routes. Long queues formed after the closing ChronicleLive He said it was due to a “police incident”.

The Tyne Bridge, which connects Newcastle and Gateshead, reopened before 8am but long queues remained.

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