Bus shelters across Erewash have received a significant facelift thanks to a major council investment aimed at improving the daily commute for residents.
Substantial Funding for Public Transport Infrastructure
Erewash Borough Council has committed a total of £50,000 to overhaul and maintain bus shelters in the area. This funding includes a dedicated annual budget of £30,000 for ongoing upkeep, supplemented by an extra £20,000 allocated specifically for the first year of the programme.
Key Locations Benefiting from the Upgrade
The initial wave of maintenance work has focused on several important stops. Residents will notice the improvements at shelters on Town Street in Sandiacre, Derby Road in Long Eaton, Alfreton Road in Little Eaton, and at the Market Place stops in Ilkeston.
Councillor Curtis Howard, the council's lead member for town centres, regeneration and planning, emphasised the importance of the project. "In 2025, we restored bus shelter maintenance, making our streets look better after years of neglect," he stated.
A Commitment to Vulnerable Commuters
Councillor Howard highlighted the users who rely most on these facilities. "The people who most commonly use buses are families with young children, workers on the lowest pay and the elderly," he said. "They deserve better than waiting in bus shelters that never get fixed."
He confirmed the council's ongoing commitment: "We’ll keep doing this work and upgrading bus shelters to the best standards we can, and if your local bus stop hasn’t been sorted yet – please do tell the council."
Looking ahead, the council plans to ensure all 200-plus bus shelters in the borough are cleaned and repaired on a regular schedule. The goal is to make waiting for the bus more comfortable and help residents feel a renewed sense of pride in their local streets.
If you spot a problem with a bus shelter, you can report it directly to Erewash Borough Council. Visit their official website or send an email to enquiries@erewash.gov.uk.
