Public submissions into a Queensland Parliament inquiry into e-scooter safety close on Friday.
State Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg said the Parliamentary Inquiry was examining the safety, regulation, and future of personal e-mobility devices (PMDs) such as e-scooters and e-bikes.
“With the use of these devices rapidly increasing, the Inquiry is a critical step to address increasing injuries, including fatalities,” Minister Mickelberg said.
“From 2021 to 2024, injuries involving PMDs more than doubled, and tragically, eight lives were lost last year alone.”
He said the Government was encouraging Queenslanders to have their say with public submissions to the Parliamentary Inquiry closing June 20.
“We have heard the concerns of the community about injuries and fatalities linked to unsafe and illegal e-scooter and e-bike use.”
Inquiry Chair Jim McDonald encouraged broad community participation.
“We want to hear from parents, young people, and anyone who uses or is impacted by e-scooters and e-bikes,” Mr McDonald said.
“This is an issue that affects many Queenslanders, and I strongly encourage families to sit down together and make a submission.”
More information is available on the Queensland Parliament website.
