Electric Scooters: A New Set of Rules, and a New Responsibility

Electric scooters have moved rapidly from novelty to everyday transport, particularly in towns and cities.

The national framework is now becoming more consistent: VMP users must be at least 15 years old from 1 October 2026, helmets become mandatory, and the existing registration and compulsory insurance requirements mean that using a scooter carries real responsibilities.

For parents, this is not simply about knowing the rules; it is about deciding whether a child is ready for independent mobility and teaching them that an electric scooter is a vehicle, not a toy.

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