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Mobility Scooters: Safety

Asked by Mr Andrew SnowdenConservativeDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 8 September 2025UIN 72990

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will make an assessment of the adequacy of the safety requirements for mobility scooters operating on public highways.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

The Department is committed to ensuring that users of powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters remain safe, mobile and independent. That is why on the 21st July we announced a review of the law covering powered mobility devices which we will consult on in due course. The safety of all users who rely on a powered mobility device, pedestrians and other road users will be a key consideration in the review.

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