00:00People using e-scooters in London are being warned about injury risks after new research suggested riders may face more
00:08serious injuries than cyclists or motorcyclists.
00:12The study analysed more than 15,000 trauma cases and found e-scooter users had higher risks of brain, internal
00:19organ and blood vessel injuries.
00:21Researchers said children made up more than one in ten riders and helmet use was rare.
00:27E-scooters can be rented in parts of London and several other cities, but privately owned scooters remain illegal on
00:34public roads.
00:35The Department for Transport says trials are helping assess how they can be used safely in future.
00:41Officials say road safety remains a priority.
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