Passengers using the Shields ferry have been warned that evening crossings are suspended for several weeks due to crew shortages.

Tyne and Wear Metro operator Nexus said the ferry will operate a reduced timetable from Monday, which is “likely” to be in place until January.

The last crossing from South Shields is scheduled at 17:45 GMT and the last crossing from North Shields at 18:00 GMT, Monday to Saturday.

Nexus said the changes were due to “unexpected challenges” with crew availability and that it “regrets any inconvenience caused”.