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Under 16s banned from e-scooters and e-bikes, inquiry says

An inquiry has recommended banning children under 16 from riding e-scooters and e-bikes to improve safety, citing fire risks and general device hazards.

The inquiry released a comprehensive report detailing 28 recommendations to address safety concerns.

Key focus areas include mitigating lithium-ion battery fire risks, regulating device retail, and enhancing enforcement and community education.