UK Bans E-scooters From Pavements, Bans Private Scooters, Requires Driver's Licence For Scooter Riders.
Editor Clive Matthew-Wilson, who is an outspoken road safety campaigner, says: “The English government has announced that e-scooters must be hired from licensed operators. These e-scooters will be limited to a top speed of 25kp/h and will only be permitted on roads and cycle lanes, with riders banned from pavements.” “People hiring e-scooters in the UK must be aged at least 16 and hold a provisional or full driving licence.” “The English government also recently confirmed its ban on privately owned e-scooters, because it’s effectively impossible to ensure that these scooters compl...
Source: scoop.co.nz