E-scooters: Do you know the law?

Although electric scooters are available to buy, they are currently illegal to use on public roads, pavements, cycle lanes and pedestrian-only areas unless part of a legal e-scooter loan scheme. As there are no legal schemes in place in Herefordshire, e-scooters can only be ridden on private land with the permission of the land-owner. 

Electric scooters are legally classified as motor vehicles and must be taxed, insured and have a valid MOT certificate. They must also have a number plate, indicators and visible rear lights. Since most electric scooters do not have these features, they cannot be legally used on UK roads.

West Mercia Police are actively trying to reduce the anti-social behaviour caused in the community by the illegal use of e-scooters, as well as raising awareness of the law. Anyone found using them in public areas risks having the e-scooter seized by the police. 

Get smart on e-scooters and watch this video to find out more: https://youtu.be/YvSup_FlT8I?si=1cvy1MMOl7SYxvKw

PCSO Rawlinson