Commuters on scooters risk serious injury: IAM

The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has warned that Dublin's growing army of "scooter commuters" run the risk of severe injury because riders are wearing inappropriate clothing.

IAM National Training Manager Mike Kavanagh said scooter riders could easily become fashion victims if they are involved in a crash.

"Scooter commuters have the right headgear, and that is about all," he said.

The IAM is concerned that with their new popularity, there will inevitably be a rise in casualty figures.

The group is a non-profit organisation with the stated aims of improving driving standards, promoting road safety and providing an advanced driving test.

The Kilkenny-based group has been promoting advanced motoring techniques since 1956.