Bus operator First Bus has withdrawn 30 buses in Glasgow after “technical failures”.

The BBC reports that the issue was raised in December with affected vehicles now temporarily replaced by ultra-low emission diesel buses from across the UK.

The report says the buses were part of an order of 50 in 2023, with batteries designed to run for over 230 miles from a single three-hour charge.

BBC Scotland understands that the problem is not linked to the batteries or electric vehicle technology and no safety risk is posed.

A First Bus spokesperson told the broadcaster: “We have identified a technical failure in 30 buses and all affected buses have been taken off service until it can be resolved.”

(Picture – First Bus Glasgow)