Lime to invest 20million in parking and cycling safety in London
Briefly

Lime has announced a £20 million initiative, the London Action Plan, to enhance e-bike parking and safety. This plan aims to tackle the pressing issue of limited e-bike parking spaces due to rising demand, including a £5 million investment to add 2,500 new e-bike parking slots. Furthermore, Lime will boost its on-street team by 60% to manage bike redistribution and improve parking practices. Additionally, £500,000 will be designated for safer riding programs, reflecting a commitment to making cycling more accessible for all Londoners and addressing community feedback regarding the current e-bike infrastructure.
Lime is launching a £20 million plan to improve e-bike parking and cycling safety in London, addressing the growing demand for e-bike hire.
Wayne Ting, CEO of Lime, emphasized that while demand for e-bikes has surged, the city's infrastructure for parking has not kept pace, leading to challenges.
Tom Fyans, chief executive of the London Cycling Campaign, commended Lime for taking the lead in enhancing operations and ensuring increased mobility benefits all Londoners.
The London Action Plan includes significant investments for more parking spaces and safer riding programs aimed at improving access to cycling.
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