(09 Feb 2025, 8:28 pm)Andreos1 wrote Why?
Assuming it's one operator using the dual doors and one operator only doing it because they're acquiring second hand tat from another division - then that's on them. Not Nexus or an LA.
No, think longer term. Think about creating a better transport system.
With buses back in public control we’d be able to set the spec of vehicles so why hinder our choices when any new or replacement bus stop/shelters could be given an extra 5 minutes thought before installation. It’s not going to cost them.
(09 Feb 2025, 8:29 pm)Storx wrote It doesn't help that we use reversal bus stations either which are just generally crap for everything bar saving space which can't take dual door buses at all.
Dual door buses can use reversal bus stations.
You can either spec from new or retrofit ramps to the front doors and move any offending internal grab poles. Don’t need to go to the expense of a full single door conversion.
Actually, Im pretty sure at Eldon Sq several of the stands could have longer boarding platforms put in if in future we wanted to accommodate rear doors, although as I mention above once we’re in control and setting the spec, front door boarding and alighting for wheelchair users could be stipulated.