Govt leaders to discuss e-scooter concerns with gardaí
The Irish government is introducing new regulations for e-scooters, including a ban for those under 18 and mandatory safety gear. These measures follow a significant rise in e-scooter-related injuries and seizures by authorities.
Why it matters
Rising injury rates among minors have prompted urgent legislative action to improve public safety and regulate new personal transport technology.
E-scooters will be banned for anyone aged under 18, under proposals agreed by the Government.
It was also agreed that hi-vis jackets and helmets will also be mandatory for all e-scooter use.
Later this year, legislation will be introduced to treat e-scooters as mechanically propelled vehicles and there will be a requirement for licensing and registration.
This will also prohibit the sale of scooters to minors and the sale of scooters that do not meet the legal requirements for use on public roads.
An outright ban will "remain on the table", the Government said.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Tánaiste Simon Harris, Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan, Minister of State for Transport Seán Canney and Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly met at Government Buildings this morning.
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