Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 October 2021
331. Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Transport the status of the legislation to regulate electric scooters in particular in circumstances in which the scooter is on pedestrian footpaths and the minimum visibility requirements when dark; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50849/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy intention is to legislate for e-scooters, in accordance with the Programme for Government. Department officials have drafted the necessary changes to primary legislation as part of the forthcoming Road Traffic and Roads Bill. The Government has approved its publication and it is expected to come before the Oireachtas shortly.
When the Bill is enacted, it will give the Minister for Transport powers to make regulations for the use of e-scooters. These regulations will set out specific conditions of use and minimum standards of safety.
