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  • REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds to the extension of the e-scooter rental trial

    Responding to the UK Government's extension of the rental e-scooter trial to 2028:
    IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Given the safety concerns around the use of e-scooters, it’s disappointing to see another kicking of the can down the road on legislation. There are real issues that need to be dealt with, not least the continued illegal use of private e-scooters

  • IAM RoadSmart responds to news that private e-scooter use may be legalised on public roads

    Responding to comments made by Transport Secretary Louise Haigh MP that the Government is considering legalising private e-scooter use on public roads:
    IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “We know that around half of all casualties involving e-scooters are outside of trial areas, which demonstrates the ‘wild west’ nature of private e-scooter misuse that is happeni