Glasgow council explores free electric shuttle buses with six route options costing £764,000 to £1.5m annually

Glasgow City Council has commissioned a study into launching a free electric shuttle bus service, with six route options assessed to connect parts of the city centre. The service would cost between £764,000 and £1.5 million per year, though funding has not yet been secured. An update on the proposals, part of the city centre transport plan, will be presented to the council's operations and scrutiny committee this week.

Why it matters: The proposal signals potential procurement opportunities for electric bus suppliers and charging infrastructure providers in Glasgow. Similar free electric shuttle schemes already operate in UK cities including Sheffield, suggesting growing municipal appetite for zero emission public transport pilots.