Rejected petition: Create a DVLA licence category for electric scooters
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We ask the Government to create a dedicated DVLA vehicle category for electric scooters (e-scooter-like vehicles) so that they can be safely used on UK roads and cycle lanes.
At present, privately owned e-scooters are technically illegal to use on public roads, pavements, and cycle lanes, despite their popularity and widespread use. This legal uncertainty means riders face fines and seizure, while the UK misses out on the benefits of a low-emission, low-cost, accessible transport option.
Why was this petition rejected?
There’s already a petition about this issue. We cannot accept a new petition when we already have one about a very similar issue.
You are more likely to get action on this issue if you sign and share a single petition.
The following petition calls for a similar action:
Require licenses to use an electric bike or electric scooter
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/706750We only reject petitions that don’t meet the petition standards.