‘We’re very much aware of late-night risks’ – Dott on 24-hour e-scooter and e-bike service
Dott says expanded service helps night-shift workers and maintains safety standards
Last updated 6th Oct 2025
Dott has removed the midnight curfew on its e-scooter and e-bike service in Bath and Somerset, extending operations to 24 hours. Iqbal Ahmed, head of public policy for the UK and Ireland for Dott, said the move allows people who work late-night shifts, such as bar and restaurant staff, to get home safely.
“I think that risk has already been there and effectively mitigated it just by reminding people of responsible behavior. Now by expanding it past midnight, we're hoping to also give the people who work at these pubs the option to get home after their shifts” Iqbal said.
Safety measures remain central to the service. “Every time someone uses our vehicle, they're reminded that they need to ride sober. To ride a Dott scooter or bike under the influence is the same as driving a car. You can be arrested, you can have your license taken away, you can have points” he said.
Iqbal also highlighted the experience in other cities with 24-hour services. “We have a lot of data on safety from other markets and we share this with the combined authority and with the police, and we see no major uptake in injuries after midnight. So I think we've already have the systems in place to make sure it stays a safe service” he said.
Iqbal acknowledged that riding at night comes with a different risk profile. “We’re very much aware that late at night there’s a different risk profile that users face. It’s darker, there are fewer people on the street, and visibility can be lower. But the point of the service is to provide safe transport options, and we have measures in place to remind people to ride sober, wear a helmet, and follow all the rules” he said.
The service continues to emphasize responsible parking. “We want to make sure that they're parked responsibly, we don't block pavements, and if users do park irresponsibly, they are fined. Repeat offenders will be banned from the service. Since we introduced the Scoot Safe campaign and increased fines on users, we've actually seen a week-over-week drop in the number of fines. People are getting the message, people are parking more responsibly and we'll continue these efforts” Iqbal said.
Users are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the onboarding process and in-app training before riding. “Find a quiet street where you feel comfortable. Remember to always ride sober, wear a helmet every single time, and never have more than two people on a vehicle at the same time” he said.
Iqbal said Dott’s expansion is part of a broader plan to improve access across the region. “Moving to 24 hours is part of a larger program of work that we're working on expanding access to our service. Just last month we expanded to more towns outside of Whistler and Bath. We're looking at further expansion outside of just downtown, and we do want to be a truly regional service” he said.