E-scooters Banned

August 15, 2023

The city of love says au revoir to escooters! Paris sets the stage with a bold ban. Now, all eyes turn to the UK - will our cities follow suit?

Are full registration and licensing the next big thing? Or will innovative solutions lead the way? Tune in as Mike Woof signs off, sparking the debate that's steering our streets!

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