| E-scooters being advertised for commuting despite UK road ban - BBC - 1.7.2026 Posted by grahame at 05:10, 1st July 2026 |     |
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj3g20yxvm4o
E-scooters being advertised for commuting despite UK road ban
Retailers including Amazon, Argos and Currys have been found to advertise e‑scooters for use on public roads and paths, despite this being against UK law.
An investigation from the Press Association (PA) found major brands and independent sellers were promoting their use on the roads.
But only rented e-scooters can legally be ridden on roads, cycle paths and in parks in the UK. Privately-owned e-scooters can only be used on private land with the landowner's permission.
The major outlets changed their advertising after being contacted by PA. They also pointed to guidance on their websites which said customers had to follow local laws.
Retailers including Amazon, Argos and Currys have been found to advertise e‑scooters for use on public roads and paths, despite this being against UK law.
An investigation from the Press Association (PA) found major brands and independent sellers were promoting their use on the roads.
But only rented e-scooters can legally be ridden on roads, cycle paths and in parks in the UK. Privately-owned e-scooters can only be used on private land with the landowner's permission.
The major outlets changed their advertising after being contacted by PA. They also pointed to guidance on their websites which said customers had to follow local laws.
Personal view - the UK ban is beyond crazy ... travelling so much in other countries, private e-scooters are the norm and the are a common way of getting around ... for everyone.
