Following our consultation on e-scooter rental trials, this guidance document informs local authorities and e-scooter operators about trial requirements, covering:
background
timescales
regulatory changes to allow trials
trial requirements
monitoring, evaluation and DfT data requirements
Published 30 June 2020 Last updated 5 October 2023 +show all updates
A new driving licence verification procedure starts on 5 December 2023 for all new and existing active participants of the e-scooter trials.
Updated to reflect additional trial requirements from 1 April 2022 including the need for e-scooters to display a unique identification number (UIN).
Added annex detailing minimum technical requirements for e-scooters.
