E-scooters Linked to Surge in Uninsured Driving Among UK Teens

Road safety experts call for urgent legislation as IN10 offences among 13-16 year-olds rise dramatically since 2020.

The UK has seen a sharp increase in children aged 13-16 receiving IN10 endorsements for uninsured vehicle use, with numbers rising from 0 in 2020 to 375 in 2024.
Privately owned e-scooters, which are illegal to use on public roads without insurance, are widely available and are believed to be a key factor behind the rise.
Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart is urging the government to introduce regulations for private e-scooters, including technical standards, speed limits, and competency requirements for riders.
The high cost of insurance is also contributing to uninsured driving among young adults aged 17-24, with over 7,000 IN10 endorsements issued in 2024 for this age group.
The Department for Transport is reviewing e-scooter legislation and exploring ways to reduce insurance costs, including tax breaks for young drivers completing approved training programs.