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Gloucestershire Extends E-scooter Contract, Eyes Wider Rollout
11 Jun
Summary
- Gloucestershire County Council extended Voi's contract to July 2027.
- E-scooters could be expanded to smaller towns beyond current trial areas.
- Voi provides in-app training on traffic rules and safe riding practices.
Gloucestershire County Council has committed to continuing its e-scooter program by extending Voi Ltd's contract through July 2027. This decision opens the possibility of rolling out e-scooters to smaller towns within the county, moving beyond the current trial areas of Gloucester and Cheltenham. Council member Roger Whyborn highlighted e-scooters as a serious commuting tool with potential for wider adoption.
Voi provides in-app training to ensure riders understand traffic rules and safe parking. Despite some resident concerns regarding safety and rider awareness, Voi reported that 14.5% of the population in Gloucester and Cheltenham are active users. Monthly journeys on e-scooters in Gloucestershire reached 34,000 by March 2026, comparable to a major bus route.
