Proposal to ban under-16 scooter use on public roads

Bahraini MPs have proposed amending the traffic law to regulate the riding of electric scooters and to prohibit their use on public roads for those under 16 years old. The aim of the proposal is to protect children and young people from the risks of accidents resulting from unregulated use of these devices, especially since current promotions and legislation have not yet established safety conditions or designated areas for their use. The amendment includes defining an electric scooter as a vehicle with two or more wheels powered by electricity or human effort, and restricting its use to individuals aged 16 and older, in an effort to reduce accidents caused by these devices among youth and children. This comes amid a rise in electric scooter accidents resulting in injuries and fatalities, due to their small size and speed despite lacking structural protective features, which increases the risk of collisions with cars and falls onto asphalt. The proposal emphasizes the need to establish a strict legal framework to ensure the safety of all road users and pedestrians, especially children and the elderly.

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