Require e-bike riders to be licensed & regulated like mopeds

Closed 168 signatures

What the petition asks

We call for e-bike riders to be required to hold a valid license in the same way as moped and light motorcycle drivers. We also call for e-bike riders to be treated equally to moped drivers for road offences under the Road Traffic Acts.

We believe the growth in e-bikes, especially dockless hire bikes & delivery riders, has made some pavements & crossings very hazardous. E-bikes on pavements & jumping red lights are dangerous for pedestrians, especially the vulnerable such as young children, elderly & disabled people. Dangerous riding of mopeds risks penalty points & losing your licence; there is no similar deterrent for e-bikes. It is also difficult to punish e-bike drivers as they are not required to hold a license.

Timeline

13 Feb 2025	Petition opened for signatures
13 Aug 2025	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 168

Status Closed

Department Department for Transport

Opened 13 Feb 2025

Closed 13 Aug 2025

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