Newport e-scooter restrictions consultation after seizures

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People are to be given a say on restrictions about using e-scooters in one city centre.

Three have been seized in Newport in recent weeks, according to Sgt Chris Butt from Gwent Police.

The bikes, which can be used on private land in Wales, are being trialled in public areas in England with speeds restricted up to 15.5mph (24.9km/h).

One Newport councillor said some could go much faster, while motorists faced 20mph zones in some areas.

The authority's overview and scrutiny committee agreed to ask the public their views on the use of e-scooters as part of a consultation on a new Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to prevent anti-social behaviour.

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The Newport city council recently announced that they will be holding a consultation on e-scooter restrictions after several seizures of the devices in recent weeks. The council is seeking to ban the use of e-scooters on sidewalks and in business districts, as well as require a license and registration for the devices.