3. The case for including compulsory acquisition powers in the proposed TWA Order and whether any or all the land for which such powers have been sought is necessary for the works provided for in the proposed Order.

4. The proposed arrangements for setting, reviewing and varying the tolls chargeable for use of the proposed new Tyne crossing and the existing road tunnel.

5. Whether the proposals are reasonably capable of attracting the necessary funding.

6. The likely impact of the proposed new Tyne crossing on the levels of traffic using the A19 corridor and the associated local road network, including any consequential effects on pedestrians, cyclists and public transport.

7. The likely impact on local residents and businesses of constructing and operating the proposed new Tyne crossing and the measures proposed by the TWPTA for mitigating any adverse impacts, including -

• the social and community effects of the proposals;
• the loss of public open space and proposals for its replacement;
• the effects of the proposed works on traffic using the River Tyne and on businesses using harbour facilities including Howdon Basin and adjoining yard and quay;
• any effects of the proposals in the Order on the powers and duties of the Port of Tyne Authority;
• the effects on the proposed works on the water and sewage systems of Northumbrian Water Limited;
• the effects of the proposed works on telecommunications operations and the delivery of mail; and
• any impact on rail freight services using the Jarrow Branch Line.

8. The likely local and regional economic effects of the proposed new Tyne crossing.

 

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