Written Reply by Minister for Transport Khaw Boon Wan to Parliamentary Question on Proposal to Tighten Regulations for Users of Personal Mobility Devices

Mr Seah Kian Peng asked the Minister for Transport whether the Ministry will consider tightening regulations for all PMD users including compulsory licensing of all users and mandatory public insurance coverage to be taken up by all users.

Reply by Minister for Transport Khaw Boon Wan:

1.     In February this year, the Active Mobility Advisory Panel (AMAP) recommended introducing a registration regime for e-scooters. AMAP also recommended that there is currently no need to mandate registration of other types of PMDs, such as electric hoverboards and unicycles, as their usage is less widespread and their speeds are lower when used. The Government has accepted these recommendations. LTA will be introducing the mandatory e-scooter registration regime from early next year. 

2.     AMAP is also currently reviewing the active mobility insurance and compensation framework, including the option of compulsory third party insurance. The Panel will weigh the need for this against the impact on the large majority of responsible users. It will also take into account the practices of other jurisdictions. The Panel will complete its review and publish its recommendations by the end of the year.