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« 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» (South Western Railway - about) 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▸ (Great Western Railway) 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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« Reply #1 on: June 02, 2023, 07:31:00 »
The notices I have seen in GWR▸ (Great Western Railway) 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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« Reply #2 on: June 02, 2023, 08:08:08 »
Quote from: froome on June 02, 2023, 07:31:00
The notices I have seen in GWR▸ (Great Western Railway) 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?

SWR» (South Western Railway - about) has a ban that came into force on 1st June 2023.
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« 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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« 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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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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