Call for people in Horsham to join mobility scooter road safety survey
People in Horsham are being urged to take part in a Government consultation over the use of mobility scooters on roads and pavements.
The call comes from Mobility Scooter Safety – an initiative of Horsham District Older People’s Forum in association with Age UK – following the launch of the consultation seeking views over legal rules on the use of powered mobility devices on public roads and pavements.
The group is urging people to take part in the consultation to answer questions such as whether drivers who park on pavements should be prosecuted, or if mobility devices should be able to legally use cycle lanes.
Mobility Scooter Safety leader David Searle said: “Our group has been helping local mobility scooter drivers in Horsham district and the wider area, be safer since 2018.
“We agree that the legislation needs to be reviewed and some laws changed. We recommend everyone to get involved if they have views on any of the questions in the consultation. Details can also be seen at mobilityscootersafety.org.uk
“If you would like to discuss your ideas, please phone 07906 211030 or 07729 376345. You can also email us at [email protected].”
The consultation is available at https://tinyurl.com/4swjkss5 The consultation ends in April.