Consultation outcome

Proposed changes to powered mobility scooter laws

This was published under the 2007 to 2010 Brown Labour government
This consultation has concluded

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Government decision on the consultation

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Summary of responses to the consultation

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Detail of outcome

These documents outline:

  • a summary of responses received to the consultation
  • the government’s decision

Original consultation

Summary

Seeking views on proposed changes to the legislation covering powered mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs.

This consultation ran from
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Consultation description

The Department for Transport (DfT) is seeking your views on proposed changes to the legislation covering powered mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs (referred to as ‘invalid carriages’ in legislation). The aim of any reforms will be to deliver cost-effective improvements to the safety of mobility vehicle users, pedestrians and other road users, while supporting continued mobility for disabled people.

Documents

Consultation on laws governing powered mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs

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Consultation on laws governing powered mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs - easy read version

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DRAFT impact assessment

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Published 3 March 2010

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