Stagecoach
Lewisham Council is discussing the practicalities of electric bus charging and addressing bus parking issues with Stagecoach, a bus operator.
Councillor Corinne Ashwell of Lewisham Council voiced concerns in October 2026 regarding the infrastructure and time needed for charging electric buses. She highlighted the significant difference between refuelling a diesel bus in 10-15 minutes and an electric bus requiring three hours to charge, raising questions about service reliability and scheduling.
In December 2025, Stagecoach was reminded by Lewisham Council to adhere to operating restrictions after residents complained about buses parking or idling in residential roads like Upwood Road, Cambridge Drive, and Dorville Road. Stagecoach explained that route delays sometimes necessitate using the Lee Green curtailment point for service control.
Key facts
- Councillor Corinne Ashwell voiced concerns about electric bus charging infrastructure in October 2026. Source
- An electric bus can take three hours to charge, compared to 10-15 minutes for a diesel bus. Source
- Stagecoach was reminded about bus parking restrictions in Lee Green in December 2025. Source
- Residents complained about buses parking on Upwood Road, Cambridge Drive, and Dorville Road. Source
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