Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 49196

Electric Scooters: Safety

Tabled: 29 April 2025
Answered: 8 May 2025

Question

Tom Hayes

LabourBournemouth East

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of banning the (a) sale and (b) import of devices which allow the 15.5 mph speed limit to be removed.

Answer

Simon Lightwood
Whilst the department has no plans to make an assessment on this, product safety laws already set requirements for the safety of consumer products placed on the market. This includes e-bikes and related accessories. Manufacturers and importers must ensure...

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