e-scooter ban

CyclingSid

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e-scooter ban

« on: June 02, 2023, 07:15:37 »

There seems to be some confusion in the media about whether e-scooters are allowed on trains, and where.

The link in Berkshire local news https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-devon-65776507 actually links to a Devon item, so the SWR^» focus might be forgiveable.

The national link https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6plrn2d3j7o have listed the ban applying to Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express.

The "bringing your bike link on GWR^▸ https://www.gwr.com/travelling-with-us/on-our-trains/bringing-your-bike makes it clear that

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From 21 May 2023, customers will no longer be able to bring e-Scooters onto GWR trains or stations.

Is this a blanket ban across all operators, and if so have I missed something on National Rail or Network Rail?


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froome

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Re: e-scooter ban

« Reply #1 on: June 02, 2023, 07:31:00 »

The notices I have seen in GWR^▸ stations, and from what I've heard on local media, have all stated that they are not allowed on all GWR services, so I have been assuming it is a specific GWR ban.

Has there been any national advice or is it a GWR initiative?


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Re: e-scooter ban

« Reply #2 on: June 02, 2023, 08:08:08 »

Quote from: froome on June 02, 2023, 07:31:00

SWR^» has a ban that came into force on 1st June 2023.


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TaplowGreen

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Re: e-scooter ban

« Reply #3 on: June 02, 2023, 08:24:57 »

Saw a chap denied entry to Bond Street Elizabeth Line station with one a couple of weeks ago.

Given the recent well publicised incidents with Lithium batteries and concern over their safety, it's entirely wise to ban them from public transport I think, leaving aside the antisocial aspect.


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Re: e-scooter ban

« Reply #4 on: June 02, 2023, 12:56:46 »

Quote from: CyclingSid on June 02, 2023, 07:15:37

Is this a blanket ban across all operators, and if so have I missed something on National Rail or Network Rail?

Basically yes. There have been far to many problems with e-scooters, mono wheels etc across the network


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Re: e-scooter ban

« Reply #5 on: June 02, 2023, 13:02:54 »

Yes, it’s the speed at which fumes engulf an enclosed space which is frightening. Does it open up a can of worms if similar batteries are used on mobility devices for the disabled?


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