(05 Apr 2021, 4:44 pm)Adrian wrote Its minibus because that's what the current contract stipulates, but there's absolutely no reason why full size buses could not be used on the service.

So I'd be extremely surprised if the next P&R contract isn't for an all-electric service.

If I recall correctly, I was reading some documents regarding both the Drive at Mount Oswald and the new University accommodation up there. One of them (can't remember which) were awarded planning permission on the condition that they contribute financially towards larger vehicles operating on the PR2, so definitely not unlikely that we'll see bigger buses on the park and ride in the future. Similarly, if Scarlet Band were to continue operation of the contract, you would think the pink bus would be another contender for larger/electric vehicles - especially given that the new uni accommodation is self-catered and there are no shops up that end of Durham.