UK Government Proposes New Powers to Regulate E-Bikes and Scooters

The plan aims to address safety concerns and improve accessibility by allowing local authorities to enforce stricter rules on parking and usage.

The UK government has unveiled a proposal to grant local transport authorities new powers to regulate e-bike and e-scooter hire schemes more effectively.
The measures include enabling mayors and councils to introduce fines for improper parking and unsafe usage of rental bikes and scooters.
The initiative seeks to address widespread complaints about dockless e-bikes and scooters blocking pavements, creating hazards for pedestrians, especially those with disabilities.
London's Transport for London (TfL) and local councils, such as Westminster, have welcomed the move, highlighting the need for consistent regulations across boroughs.
The proposal is part of a broader devolution plan that will also merge some councils and transfer additional planning and transport powers to regional mayors.