TfL says it is part of a new approach to tackle poorly parked bikes causing access or safety issues.
Dockless e-bike operators that allow their bikes to be parked outside of designated places may have action taken against them, Transport for London has announced.
Forest, which rents 15,000 e-bikes in the capital, welcomed the move to tackle "irresponsible" parking. Lime said TfL's decision "underlines the urgent need for increased parking areas across the capital".The new policy states that TfL will consider taking action against operators who allow their bikes to be parked outside of designated places on certain routes - known as red routes - and on TfL land, which includes areas such as station forecourts and bus garages.
This year, almost £1m has been allocated to boroughs to fund 7,500 new parking spaces for dockless e-bikes.Clive Wood, from The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association, welcomed the updated enforcement policy. Walking and Cycling Commissioner Will Norman said that dockless e-bikes played an important role in sustainable transport, but recognised that the way they are parked can cause significant safety issues for disabled and older people.
"That’s why we introduced virtual parking bays long before they were mandated and have always incentivised responsible parking among our users."
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