No e-scooter should be on a pavement. Here is the bumph from LBH's info on the trial. "To maximise safety during the trial, the Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed that the use of e-scooters on pavements will not be allowed, speeds will not exceed 15.5 mph, and a driver’s license will be required – this latter requirement effectively setting a minimum age of 16 to rent one.Participating boroughs have been granted the power to designate specific areas as ‘no go’ areas through use of cutting-edge geofencing technology. Scooters will be unable to enter these areas, automatically coming to a safe stop. Scooter speed will automatically reduce to 8mph in ‘go slow’ areas.Throughout the trial, Hounslow will review ride data and resident feedback to make alterations to the scheme and add new ‘no go’ or ‘go slow’ areas where necessary."However, it's quite possible that the scooter wasn't part of the trial. There are a lot of electric scooters on the market and I've seen a lot of them in use on roads and pavements. The use of privately-owned scooters in any public space including on public roads or pavements is still illegal and will remain illegal during the trial. But this requires enforement. And there is none.
Marie Power ● 2000d