Petition · past parliament

Make the wearing of a helmet whilst cycling compulsory.

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

I would like the government and parliament to make the wearing of a helmet compulsory when out cycling. I still see too many people cycling without a helmet. Adults put helmets on children but don’t wear one themselves? It’s not only ridiculous but completely irresponsible.
To protect people from sustaining life threatening injuries or even death. Prevent children from losing a parent and prevent parents from losing a child.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign this petition calling for the same action: Make it a legal requirement for ALL cyclists to wear a helmet.

Timeline

25 Jul 2020 Petition opened for signatures
5 Aug 2020 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21
Status Rejected
Rejected 5 Aug 2020

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.