Petition · past parliament · Department for Transport
Prohibit the use of flashing lights by cyclists and runners on the road
Closed
43 signatures
What the petition asks
I simply want to stop the use of flashing lights on the road and for just a simple light to be used instead.
People who suffer from photo sensitive epilepsy are so happy when they get to go on the road after being a year free from any epileptic symptoms.
However, when they start driving they have to deal with cyclists/runners who have flashing lights on their bikes and helmets.
These harsh lights could cause them to have a seizure whilst driving and have potential to cause a serious accident.
I simply want to stop the use of flashing lights on the road and for just a simple light to be used instead.
However, when they start driving they have to deal with cyclists/runners who have flashing lights on their bikes and helmets.
These harsh lights could cause them to have a seizure whilst driving and have potential to cause a serious accident.
I simply want to stop the use of flashing lights on the road and for just a simple light to be used instead.
Timeline
| 18 Mar 2021 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 18 Sep 2021 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
43
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
18 Mar 2021
Closed
18 Sep 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.