Greece to ban children from scooters after accidents
The Greek government is introducing legislation to ban children under 17 from riding electric scooters following a rise in accidents. The bill also includes stricter fines and mandatory insurance requirements to improve road safety.
Why it matters
It highlights the growing regulatory challenges cities face regarding the integration of micro-mobility devices in public spaces.
World: Greece to ban children from scooters after accidents
Greece to ban children from scooters after accidents
"Scooters for kids... are now going to be banned under a bill that will be voted on tomorrow," deputy transport minister Giorgos Kotsiras told Skai TV.
A woman rides an electric scooter in Thessaloniki, Greece. According to Greek law, riders must stay in bike lanes or on roads with limits under 30 km/h. (Photo by AFP)
ATHENS - Greece will toughen rules on electric stand-up scooters this week, a minister said Monday after recurring accidents mainly involving youths sparked calls for action.
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