Use of electric scooters to be reviewed

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The Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Committee is reviewing the use of personal mobility devices on how they can enhance short-distance travel while ensuring the safety of pedestrians.

These devices are currently not allowed on public roads as they do not meet the safety and technical requirements for motor vehicles.

As such, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) can enforce against their use where necessary.

The Traffic Police also advises caution on the use of electric scooters on footpaths, as some of the models are able to move at significant speed.

However, the import of electric scooters is still allowed as they can be used within private premises such as Sentosa with the consent of the premise owners.

The Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Committee is reviewing how it can "reasonably facilitate this trend", while ensuring the safety of pedestrians and other road and footpath users.

Some personal mobility devices, if used appropriately, can enhance short-distance travel.