Liverpool warns illegal e-scooter riders over fines and penalty points

Council and police have restated the law on private and rental e-scooters as enforcement continues across the city.

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00:01Riders using e-scooters illegally across Liverpool are being warned they could face heavy fines

00:06and penalty points. The council and police say privately owned e-scooters must only be

00:11used on private land with permission. They cannot be ridden on roads, pavements, cycle

00:16lanes or parks. Officials say only government-approved rental schemes may operate on public roads

00:23and cycle lanes. Illegal use can lead to fines of up to £300, police seizure and licence

00:29points. Councillor Dan Barrington says e-scooters can help cut congestion, but rules must be

00:35followed safely. From next month, new rental scooters from Bolt will operate citywide, replacing

00:42the existing vehicles.