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Own an e-scooter in the UK? Read this first
By Lewis Whitter, wedding & events photographer (11+ years) · How we pickIn the UK it's legal to buy and own a private e-scooter, but it's still illegal to ride one on public roads, pavements or cycle lanes. Only hired scooters in official trial areas are allowed.
Ride a private one in public and police can seize it, and you can get points and a fine. Private land, with the owner's permission, is fine.
Whatever you ride, charging rules are the same: the matching charger only, on a hard floor, away from your front door, never overnight, and a working smoke alarm close by. If you want something road-legal, a 250 watt e-bike is the way.
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