E-scooters have been banned from Merseyrail trains and stations due to fears of the "volatile" nature of their batteries.
Merseyrail introduced the ban from today, January 30 amid concerns that the scooters are fire hazards due to the batteries they use. The train operator said e-scooter battery packs are damaged frequently due to the "proximity of the pack to the road surface" which increases the chances of them catching fire.
The ban does not affect mobility scooters or electric mobility aids. A spokesperson for Merseyrail said these vehicles are regulated so are not considered a fire risk. E-bikes are also regulated to higher standards so the ban does not include them either.
