The Greek government is preparing new legislation that would ban minors from riding electric scooters on public roads, citing growing concerns over injuries and road safety.

Speaking in Parliament, Deputy Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Konstantinos Kyranakis announced that the bill will be submitted within the next 10 days and will introduce a complete prohibition on road use of electric scooters by anyone under the age of 18.

Ban to Cover All Electric Scooters

According to the minister, the measure will apply to both privately owned scooters and those rented through sharing platforms.

He argued that many minors treat riding electric scooters “almost like a video game,” adding that stronger action is needed after efforts by families, society and the state to encourage safer behavior have proven insufficient.

The government believes a clear age-based ban will make enforcement easier and help reduce the number of injuries involving young riders.

Stricter Controls and Enforcement

The proposed legislation will also tighten enforcement against the sale of electric scooters that exceed the legal speed limit of 25 km/h.

Kyranakis warned retailers that selling scooters capable of higher speeds is already illegal and said violations will face even stricter penalties under the new framework.

He noted that regulations for privately owned electric scooters already exist, but additional measures are needed to address safety concerns.

New Insurance Requirements

Another key change included in the bill will be the expansion of insurance requirements for users of privately owned electric scooters.

The government says the move is intended to strengthen protection for riders and improve accountability in the event of accidents.

Parking and Shared Mobility Concerns

During the parliamentary discussion, lawmakers also raised concerns about rented scooters being left on sidewalks and in inappropriate locations after use.

One proposal suggested continuing to charge a user’s payment card until a scooter is returned to a designated parking area. The deputy minister responded that responsibility for creating dedicated scooter parking spaces lies with local municipalities.

Rising Number of Injuries

The government’s push for stricter regulations comes amid growing concern over injuries linked to electric scooter use.

According to the minister, health authorities have reported a significant number of injured minors arriving at emergency departments. While fatal accidents remain relatively uncommon, the volume of injuries has become a major concern for both policymakers and parents.

“We have a duty to act,” Kyranakis said, confirming that the legislation will be presented within the coming days.