What do they say about London buses?

You know how people talk about London buses? Like, you wait ages for one and then two come along at once? Well, that’s one thing. But honestly, they're a bit of a mixed bag, aren't they?

I mean, yeah, they're generally cheaper than using your own car, or even those ride-sharing apps. And hopping on a bus is definitely more convenient than trying to park in the city center. Remember that time we tried to find parking near Covent Garden? Nightmare! The bus, though slow sometimes, just drops you right where you need to be. So, efficient in a way, I guess.

But… and it’s a big but… I’ve been seeing a lot in the news lately about accidents involving buses. It's actually kind of worrying. I saw this article just the other day – can’t remember where, maybe the BBC website? – and it was talking about how the number of injuries and even fatalities related to buses is going up. Makes you think, doesn’t it? Are they really that safe? I remember seeing a near-miss myself just last week by Oxford Street – a cyclist nearly got clipped! So, even though they’re handy and affordable, I'm starting to get a little nervous about using them. It's a tough one, right? Convenience versus safety… what do you do?