Using mechanically propelled vehicles on public land

Contents

  1. Overview
  2. What you need to know
  3. Penalties
  4. See the Public Spaces Protection Order

Overview

There are rules around using mechanically propelled vehicles on public land in South Tyneside. 

There is a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) in place.

This PSPO was valid for three years from May 2021 to May 2024 but has been extended for an extra three years until May 2027.

What you need to know

You must not use a mechanically propelled vehicle which is intended or adapted for use on roads (including e-scooters), in a way that causes or could cause a nuisance and annoyance. 

This applies to all public land in South Tyneside.

Penalties

If you ignore this PSPO, you can be fined.

The fine (or 'Fixed Penalty Notice') is £100, or £50 if paid within 7 days.

PSPOs can be enforced by the Police, Police Community Support Officers and any authorised officer of the Council.

If you don't pay the fine, you could be prosecuted. 

More about Public Spaces Protection Orders.

See the Public Spaces Protection Order

Public Spaces Protection Orders: Using mechanically propelled vehicles on public land