Greenwich Council to install 108 new cycle hire bays
Funding from Lime, Forest, and TfL will support the expansion, with Voi expected to join.
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Greenwich Council is set to install 108 new parking bays for dockless cycle hire schemes, extending the service to areas including Eltham and Plumstead. This expansion builds upon an initial 29 bays introduced in June. The new bays will significantly increase the geographical coverage of cycle hire services within the borough. Riders are subject to penalties from the companies if they park outside designated bays.
Funding for the Expansion
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The development of these new bays is being financed through contributions from cycle hire operators and Transport for London. Lime and Forest are each providing £30,000 as part of their agreements with the council. Additionally, Lime has contributed £50,000 to Greenwich through its London Parking Fund, a scheme that has seen the company award nearly £900,000 to nine boroughs for additional bays. Transport for London has also allocated £75,000 to Greenwich specifically for parking bay infrastructure.
New Operator and Bay Locations
The council has indicated plans to partner with a third operator, Voi, with a deal anticipated in the new year. Voi currently operates in Lambeth and Southwark. The proposed locations for the new bays are spread across the borough, with clusters planned for Eltham town centre and areas near Plumstead High Street and Plumstead Common. Some bays will be six metres long, with double-length bays designated for specific streets in Eltham and Lee. Detailed maps of the proposed locations are available on the Greenwich Council consultation page.
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Public Consultation
Greenwich Council is currently seeking public opinion on the proposed locations for the new cycle hire parking bays. Residents can submit their views until October 28. The council's move to expand cycle hire infrastructure comes as London Mayor Sadiq Khan has called for government action on new rules for dockless bikes, describing the current situation as a "Wild West".
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+How many new cycle hire parking bays will Greenwich Council install?
Greenwich Council is planning to install 108 new parking bays for cycle hire schemes. This expansion aims to increase the availability and organised parking of dockless bikes across the borough, including new areas like Eltham and Plumstead.
+Who is funding the new cycle hire parking bays?
Funding for the 108 new bays comes from multiple sources. Lime and Forest are each contributing £30,000, with Lime providing an additional £50,000 from its London Parking Fund. Transport for London has also allocated £75,000 towards the initiative.
+When can residents give their views on the new bay locations?
Views are currently being sought on the proposed locations for the new cycle hire parking bays. The consultation period is open until October 28. Residents can find detailed maps and submit their feedback via the Greenwich Council consultation page.
+Will other cycle hire companies operate in Greenwich?
Yes, Greenwich Council plans to sign a deal with Voi in the new year to allow them to operate within the borough. This will add Voi as a third cycle hire provider alongside Lime and Forest.
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