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Asked by Paula

AQW 23692/22-27 Written question to the Minister for Infrastructure

To ask the Minister for Infrastructure for an update on plans to legislate for safer use of electric scooters on public highways.

Asked by Paula Bradshaw MLA on 3 March 2025

  • Answered
  • Written
Tabled
3 March 2025
Answer due by
19 March 2025
Answered
12 March 20259 days after tabling
Department
Department for Infrastructure
Priority question
No

Answer

It is currently illegal to use e-scooters on public roads and public spaces here and I have no plans to change that position. Anyone using an e-scooter illegally may be subject to enforcement action by the PSNI.

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