A recent survey of 200 people by the Blind Foundation found that going out for a walk was becoming increasingly dangerous due to e-scooters. Photo: NZMEBlind New Zealanders want e-scooters taken off footpaths as serious injuries and near misses rise. A recent survey of 200 people by the Blind Foundation found that going out for a walk was becoming increasingly dangerous due to e-scooters. Mr Brown said he wasn't sure what would have happened if his wife wasn't there. Last year, Auckland mayor Phil Goff urged the Transport Ministry to consider allowing e-scooters into cycle lanes and imposing a speed limit for footpaths.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 04, 2019 19:52 UTC