{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/6a915ddd53508d8b54a3a143?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Meath Gardaí Seize Ten E-Scooters Within One Day in Navan - 28/08/2026","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/1787909090323-5e3929da-0da4-45e9-b285-3b139909d315.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Meath Gardaí have seized ten e-scooters during a one-day operation in Navan, targeting riders who were allegedly using them in a careless and dangerous manner.</p><p><br></p><p>Gardaí say a number of people were seen travelling at speed and riding on footpaths, with each of the scooters seized capable of reaching speeds of more than 50 kilometres per hour.</p><p><br></p><p>The seizures come amid ongoing concerns about the use of e-scooters on the streets of Navan, particularly around safety for pedestrians and other road users. Gardaí say they will continue enforcement operations while also working to educate people about road safety and the rules surrounding e-scooter use.</p><p><br></p><p>Aontú councillor in Navan, Emer Tóibín, has previously raised concerns with us about the use of e-scooters in the town, and she joined us on The Agenda this morning to discuss the issue.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"lmfm "}