Wandsworth Council officers have begun removing e-bikes and e-scooters that are dangerously obstructing pavements and roads.

They will be impounded, and the operator will need to pay to get them back so there is no cost to Wandsworth’s taxpayers.

Officers are patrolling the streets daily to monitor the situation and will also respond to online reports from the public.

170 e-bike parking bays are being installed across Wandsworth to help stop bikes being left inconsiderately.

Cllr Jenny Yates, Cabinet Member for Transport, said: “E-bikes and e-scooters are here to stay as a key part of Wandsworth’s transport network. We are committed to sustainable travel but it must be done responsibly.

“Over 7 million trips have been taken by e-bike and e-scooter over the past year, and thankfully the majority of these users do finish their journeys and park correctly.

“However, even a small number of badly parked e-bikes and e-scooters can be dangerous and cause obstruction to pedestrians, which is unacceptable. This scheme is about making sure that when this happens, we act quickly to remove them, so our pavements remain safe and accessible for all pedestrians.”