Over 16 in Ireland … then an escooter may be for you … as of Monday 20/05/2024:
E-scooters
- are not permitted on footpaths.
- must not exceed 20Km/h.
- users must not carry goods or passengers.
- must follow the same rules of the road as cyclists*.
- must be treated with the same care as cyclists.
Read more escooter news here.
*recent press articles suggest that more attention will be paid to the conduct of these road users:
16/05/2024 – Cyclist slapped with fine after being prosecuted for running red light as mum with buggy crossed – read more here.
16/05/2024 – Dangerous cycling set to carry tougher prison sentences under new UK laws – read more here.