Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what policies he plans to introduce to (a) tackle the potential dangers caused by e-scooter use and (b) prevent their illegal use.

The Department for Transport is considering options for how best to regulate e-scooters and crack down on their illegal use. New measures being considered will be designed to create a much clearer, fit for purpose and fully enforceable regime for e-scooters and other micromobility vehicles, including robust construction and use requirements and relevant offences.

Enforcement of road traffic law and how available resources are deployed to tackle illegal riding of e-scooters is an operational matter for Chief officers according to local policing plans. The Government will continue to support the police by ensuring they have the tools needed to enforce road traffic legislation including those relating to electric scooters.