DfT launches consultation about legalising rental e-scooter trials

Paul Hutton May 22, 2020 1 min read 0

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ITS (UK) Executive Members DfT are seeking views on the proposed regulatory changes to allow e-scooter trials to begin. These changes will set the rules for e-scooters and their users. We are running trials as we assess whether e-scooters should be legalised in the UK.

The consultation asks about:

• a definition of an e-scooter and its physical design
• the max​imum speed and power limits to be allowed in trials
• a range of rules for legal e-scooter use during trials

This consultation is part of the ‘Future of transport regulatory review’ for which we are running a call for evidence, which includes seeking evidence on micromobility vehicles (including e-scooters), flexible bus services, and mobility as a service.

Respond online. The consultation closes at 11.45pm on 2 June.