London legalises use of E-scooters on public roads

Plans to legalise the use of E-Scooters on public roads have been announced as part of a new Transport bill.

E-Scooters for private hire are becoming available on the capital’s roads. The scooters were legal to own and drive on private property but the government is moving them into public places, which is raising some concerns. Carrington Saunders has more…

After a long debate surrounding its safety, new legislation has ruled that the public will be able to ride e-scooters on public roads, without the need for a permit. Users can access the e-scooters through hire apps, though despite the new accessibility, riders will have to follow a strict set of regulations to ensure maximum safety.