Petition · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade
Require proof of license when selling speed pedelecs
Closed
35 signatures
What the petition asks
Currently UK sellers of speed pedelecs are not obliged to confirm that a purchaser holds a valid moped or motorcycle licence. This needs to become a legal requirement. In addition the seller should record the buyer name, address, insurance & tax details before the purchaser can complete the purchase
The use of speed pedelecs in the UK is on the increase for the purpose of collecting and delivering online takeaway food orders. Riders of speed pedelecs can achieve speeds of up to 28mph. Sellers in the UK currently are not required to confirm if the buyer holds the required license and other legal documents. Sellers should be required to see these documents prior to the purchase and provide the buyer with a signed document of confirmation.
Timeline
| 23 Jan 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 23 Jul 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
35
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade
Opened
23 Jan 2026
Closed
23 Jul 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 25 Aug 2026.