Have you signed my petition regarding electric scooters and segways?

Cupcake56
Cupcake56 Online Community Member Posts: 3 Listener

I have SMDK, a form of dwarfism, I use an electric scooter to get about and I would appreciate the time if you could sign my petition at https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/657119 and take the time to share your opinions and experiences!

Have you signed my petition regarding electric scooters and segways? 3 votes

Yes
66% 2 votes
No
33% 1 vote
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0% 0 votes

Comments

  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 64,463 Championing
    Those Segway scooters go pretty fast and I definitely wouldn't want one coming towards me if I was walking on a pavement. For this reason, I won't be signing the petition, sorry. 

    I also don't understand why you spammed the forum with 10 threads on the same subject.
  • MW123
    MW123 Scope Member Posts: 1,044 Championing
    The concerns regarding the safety of Segway scooters are valid and understandable. It's worth noting that the laws governing Segway usage in the UK are not set in stone, as some local authorities have established specific zones where they are allowed, and private property owners can give permission for their use on their premises. In our town, a select number of parking spots reserved for disabled individuals are adjacent to parking spaces for Segway users with blue badges.

    It's essential to strike a balance between the interests of all parties involved to tackle this matter effectively. One possible solution is to establish designated Segway paths or zones in public areas, enforce speed limits, and initiate educational campaigns to encourage responsible Segway usage. This approach can enable both Segway riders and pedestrians to safely utilise public spaces.
  • Albus_Scope
    Albus_Scope Posts: 9,474 Scope Online Community Coordinator
    Hi @Cupcake56 thank you for sharing this.

    Just to inform you, I have deleted the other 9 posts regarding this. I understand it's something you care about deeply, but please be aware this could be seen as spamming and could result in a warning or ban. 
  • egister
    egister Posts: 863 Empowering

    Over 9000 disabled people use an electric scooter as mobility scooter.

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