E-SCOOTER & E-BIKE ENFORCEMENT

E-SCOOTER & E-BIKE ENFORCEMENT

Dear NHM users,

Officers from Oswestry Safer Neighbourhood Team have recently been carrying out enforcement activity targeting the illegal use of e-scooters and e-bikes across our communities.

A number of riders have been stopped and reported for relevant offences, and walked home.

A quick reminder:

Privately owned e-scooters cannot legally be ridden on public roads, pavements, cycle paths or other public places in the UK.

Not all e-bikes are legally classed as bicycles. Those that do not meet the required legal standards may be treated as motor vehicles, meaning insurance, registration and a valid driving licence may be required.

If you're riding illegally, expect to be stopped. Where appropriate, offences dealt with and vehicles will be seized. This is not a case of simply being given a friendly reminder and sent on your way.

We're not looking to spoil anyone's fun. We want our roads, pavements and public spaces to be safe for everyone, whether you're walking the dog, pushing a pram, cycling, or simply going about your day.

So, think before you ride. Make sure your vehicle is legal and use it responsibly.

Oswestry and Ellesmere Safer Neighbourhood Team

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Tracey Walker
(West Mercia police, Police Community Support Officer, Ellesmere town and rural)