Petition · past parliament · Department for Transport
Legalize Personal Light Electric vehicles (PLEVs) such as e-scooters, EUC, etc.
Closed
4,507 signatures
What the petition asks
PLEVs / Mincromobilities are a solution for fast and clean transport. PLEVs are environmentally friendly and could reduce traffic congestion issues. These should legalized to be ridden where bicycles are legally allowed.
A new way to travel. Why PLEVs / Micromobility should be legal for public roads.
1. They are environmentally friendly
2. They could dramatically reduce traffic congestion issue
3. Potential market of £150b
UK is always been one of the leaders in innovations, we do not want to be left out on this modern way of transportation.
A survey of over 3,000 of riders across Europe found that electric bikes accounted for 38% fewer insurance claims compared to pedal bike riders, on average.
1. They are environmentally friendly
2. They could dramatically reduce traffic congestion issue
3. Potential market of £150b
UK is always been one of the leaders in innovations, we do not want to be left out on this modern way of transportation.
A survey of over 3,000 of riders across Europe found that electric bikes accounted for 38% fewer insurance claims compared to pedal bike riders, on average.
Timeline
| 18 Sep 2020 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 18 Mar 2021 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
4,507
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
18 Sep 2020
Closed
18 Mar 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.