Companies queuing up to roll out e-scooters across Irish cities

At least six companies confirm plans to roll out e-scooters across Irish cities

While improving transport and mobility options, e-scooters have attracted critics who argue that their dockless nature means they can often congregate at certain locations and block footpaths raising concerns from local authorities.

Cities and large towns including Cork and Limerick will likely see a number of competition scooter companies roll out services once the government passes promised new legislation to regulate the devices.

Micro mobility operator Bird is the latest company to announce plans to operate in Ireland once legislation is passed. The company said it is investing more than €120m into its European business to help cities remain car-free as they start to ease restrictions following the pandemic.