POLL: Should electric scooters be banned from public roads?

It is illegal for Britons to ride electric scooters in public areas, including on roads, pavements, cycle lanes and pedestrian-only areas, unless they are part of a Government-backed trial. There are more than 35 areas across the country running e-scooter trials but there are increasing concerns surrounding their safety. So, do you think they should be banned from public roads? Vote in our poll.

A new survey of 2,000 Britons by the National Accident Helpline has shown that two-thirds of people think electric scooters should not be used on public roads, while three-quarters think a driving licence and insurance should be a minimum requirement.

Legal and Compliance Director at National Accident Helpline, Jonathan White, commented on the data and said that the public is worried about the use of e-scooters. 

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He told Express.co.uk: “E-scooters are an increasingly important part of the UK’s transport portfolio. They are a good cheap form of transport which have significant environmental benefits. The reality though is they can be dangerous.

“Not only does the lack of regulation around private e-scooters cause concern but the silent nature of the vehicles means pedestrians crossing roads, are very vulnerable to accidents. Our survey shows that requirements for driving licences and insurance are key to restoring confidence.”

Data from the Department for Transport has found that e-scooter users are around three times more likely to be injured compared to cyclists. Statistics show that there were 1,349 crashes between June 2021 and 2022 involving e-scooter, compared with 978 crashes the year before. There were also 12 deaths in collisions involving e-scooter.

So what do YOU think? Should electric scooters be banned from public roads? Vote in our poll and leave your thoughts in the comment section below. 

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