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.