Northside Living: The NSW Government has proposed making e-scooters legal for riders aged16 years and over, on footpaths and some roads...
Pittwater MP Jacqui Scruby said the proposed regulations wouldn’t tackle the fact there were both legal and illegal e-bikes on the Beaches.
“The NSW Government must do more on education, safety and enforcement, and I’m worried they’re not interested,” Ms Scruby said.
“Pedestrians want to feel safe on footpaths, and the weight of heavy e-bikes coupled with excessive speeds means they are at risk. I’ve had numerous emails from constituents feeling unsafe or having near misses, as well as serious accidents in the community already.
“To keep up with the e-bike boom, the government should require licences for all ages, registration and insurance – like we do for boats. But it’s clear that these types of reforms are not on the agenda,” Ms Scruby concluded.