Under the new regulations, only pedestrians and users of personal mobility aids (PMAs), such as electric wheelchairs, are allowed on pedestrian-only paths, which are marked with the words “pedestrians only.” Cycling paths, by contrast, are painted red.
Cyclists must use the red lanes on the pavement (Photo: VNA)
Singapore (VNA) – From July 1. cycli💃sts and users of non-motorised personal mobility devices (PMDs), such as kick scooters, will face penalties if caught riding on pedesꦉtrian-only footpaths across towns in Singapore.
This latest move by the Singaporean government aims to raise awareness among road users about proper usage of pavements.
Under the new regulations, only pedestrians and users of personal mobility aids (PMAs), such as electric wheelchairs, are allowed on pedestrian-only paths, which are marked with the words “pedestrians only.” Cycling paths, by contrast, are painted red.
PMDs may still be used on designated pedestrian paths but must adhere to speed limits. The maximum speed for such devices will be reduced from 10 kmh to 6 kmh by the first quarter of 2026. Bicycles and PMDs are still permitted on shared pavements.
Pedestrians are encouraged not to walk in the red lanes reserved for bicycles (photo: VNA)
First-time offenders caught riding on a pedestrian-only path may be fined up to 2,000 SGD (approximately 1,571 USD), imprisoned for up to three months, or both.
Pedestrians who stray into cycling paths will not face these penalties but are encouraged to stay on pedestrian-only paths for their own safety.
More than 200km of footpaths adjacent to cycling lanes have been converted into pedestrian-only paths since the Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced the initiative in August 2024. Pedestrian education has been actively promoted, and the LTA has worked with schools to educate students about the new rules./
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