E-Bike Fines Surge in Kensington & Chelsea!

London's Kensington and Chelsea Council hits rental e-bike operators with over £3,000 in fines for violating traffic rules. The neglected bikes blocked paths and endangered pedestrians. This crackdown, involving the seizure of 42 bikes, prompted operators Lime and Forest to boost on-street monitoring. The council introduced parking bays in 2023 to curb random bike abandonment, aiming for safer public spaces. With e-bike popularity rising, expect more enforcement to ensure compliance and pedestrian safety.