Number of children injured in e-scooter crashes in England surges

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The number of child e-scooter injuries has surged — This highlights the need for safety measures to protect young riders.
Young children as young as nine are involved in crashes — Mandating helmet use could significantly reduce head injuries among minors.
Implementation of speed limiters on e-scooters might be considered by local authorities.

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Number of children injured in e-scooter crashes in England surges

Calls for speed limiters or mandated helmet use after research into injuries at three paediatric trauma centres The number of children involved in crashes on e-scooters has soared in recent years, with some as young as nine involved in collisions, research has found.

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