TfL seems to be focused on ensuring the devices are safe, rather than ensuring the devices are used safely. The operators were chosen after an open and compe

TfL seems to be focused on ensuring the devices are safe, rather than ensuring the devices are used safely. The operators were chosen after an open and competitive process to assess their ability to meet strict safety requirements and high operating standards. (For example, the scooter batteries can be monitored to ensure they meet fire safety regulations.) Also, AIUI this is a trial, and people might not buy their own scooters if they knew their right to use them was only temporary. So it would be a difficult test to run. Also: data.