E-scooter regulations will see age limit of 16 placed on usage

As part of the plan, e-scooters will be classified as personal powered transporters. Picture: Caroline Delaney

New regulations governing the use of e-scooters are to come into effect later this month.

It is understood that the regulations, initially proposed as part of the Road Traffic and Roads Act 2023, will commence on May 20 following months of delay.