Petition · Department for Transport
Hold Gig Economy Delivery companies accountable for ensuring legal road use
Closed
116 signatures
What the petition asks
We urge Parliament to make it a legal duty for food delivery platforms to make sure riders are not using illegal e-bikes, riding on pavements, and ignoring traffic laws. Companies must verify compliance, share rider data with police, and face penalties for failing to act.
We believe some gig economy delivery riders could be using illegally modified e-bikes that exceed legal speed limits, potentially endangering pedestrians and road users. Beyond this, some could be breaking traffic laws—riding on pavements, ignoring red lights, using one-way streets illegally, & cycling in pedestrian-only areas. We think Parliament should act to hold delivery platforms accountable & ensure compliance with UK laws.
Timeline
| 25 Apr 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 25 Oct 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
116
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
25 Apr 2025
Closed
25 Oct 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 12 Aug 2026.