THE public consultation on road pricing in County Durham has been put off until after May's elections for the county's new super council.

North-east drivers face road congestion charges within four years - despite the need for transport improvements.

By William Green Drivers face paying local congestion charges within four years despite the need for transport improvements, the Government yesterday confirmed.

By William Green Councils consider the options for pricing The prospect of regional road pricing moved a step closer yesterday after ministers pressed ahead with enabling legislation despite an outcry over "pay-as-you-go" schemes.

By Zoe Hughes BUS services in Tyne and Wear could be dramatically improved under new plans to give local transport chiefs more control over routes - but maybe not for another four years.