Petition
Change law about car drivers. Driving with due care and attention
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
Car drivers that knock motorcycle riders of but it has to be proven to be the car drivers fault should.
Receive 12 month disqualification then once the time is up.
They should be made to do a theory test and the 50 hours driving for a new car test then take a new test. Making them more aware of there surroundings checking mirrors etc before manoeuvring to avoid less accidents.
They should be made to do a theory test and the 50 hours driving for a new car test then take a new test. Making them more aware of there surroundings checking mirrors etc before manoeuvring to avoid less accidents.
Why it was rejected
It was not clear what the petition asked the UK Government or Parliament to do.
The offence of dangerous driving is when driving falls far below the minimum standard expected of a competent and careful driver, and includes behaviour that could potentially endanger yourself or other drivers.
https://www.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/rs/road-safety/driving-offences/
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https://www.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/rs/road-safety/driving-offences/
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Timeline
| 13 Jan 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 7 Mar 2025 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
7 Mar 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.