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 is valid from 17 May 2024 for three years, unless extended further by Â鶹ÊÓƵ.

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