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E-scooters being advertised for commuting despite UK road ban

E-scooters being advertised for commuting despite UK road ban
BBC Technology Tuesday 30 June 2026, 23:05 UTC 1 min read
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A Press Association investigation found major retailers advertising e-scooters for "commuting" and "urban riding".

A Press Association investigation found major retailers advertising e-scooters for "commuting" and "urban riding".
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