Petition · Department for Transport

Ban electrically-assisted pedal cycles in shared pedestrian-cycle spaces

Closed 47 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the government to ban electrically-assisted pedal cycles in shared pedestrian-cycle spaces. We think that the increasing use of electrically-assisted pedal cycles (EAPCs) in these spaces poses a growing safety risk.
Shared pedestrian-cycle areas are intended to be safe and accessible particularly for vulnerable groups such as children, older people, and those with disabilities. EAPCs often travel at higher speeds and are generally heavier than conventional bicycles. We feel that current legislation does not go far enough in addressing this issue, leaving pedestrians exposed to unnecessary danger.

Timeline

21 Jul 2025 Petition opened for signatures
21 Jan 2026 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 47
Status Closed
Department Department for Transport
Opened 21 Jul 2025
Closed 21 Jan 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 20 Aug 2026.