Electric scooters are now banned on footpaths - Gävle residents are positive: "People can't drive"

On the streets of Gävle, everyone that SVT talks to welcomes the ban.

However, many are doubtful as to whether the ban will be complied with.

- I find it difficult to see it because you are used to being able to drive a little at any time, says Lovis Steen.

The police: Low expectations that the rule will be followed

Nor do the police have any high expectations that the ban will be complied with.

- The ban on ordinary bicycles is very poorly enforced today.

So I have low expectations, says Benjamin Sjöberg, police officer for traffic issues local police area Gästrikland.

Are you going to put any money into putting electric scooters on the pavement?

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No, it's just like with everything we're doing, it's a matter of prioritization.

If we have nothing to do and we feel that the ban is being poorly enforced, we will make an effort.

Drug crimes and shootings have a higher priority, so it will really be case by case if we intervene at that time, says Benjamin Sjöberg.