Petition · past parliament · Department for Transport
Make air conditioning compulsory for vans and lorries
Closed
50 signatures
What the petition asks
Introduce a new law that makes it compulsory for employers to provide air conditioned vans and lorries for their drivers. This law should prohibit employers from sending drivers out in vehicles not fitted with air conditioning in temperatures above 21C.
We believe drivers are treated more poorly than dogs, expected to drive vans and lorries in temperatures above 21C in summer, in vehicles without proper cooling systems. This is dangerous as it can increase drowsiness and can be very uncomfortable. If you left a child or pet in a vehicle in these conditions you could be sent to prison! So why drivers?
Timeline
| 13 Jul 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 13 Jan 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
50
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
13 Jul 2023
Closed
13 Jan 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.