Petition · Department for Transport
Legalise and regulate e-scooters & e-bikes exceeding current limits for road use
Open for signatures
109 signatures
What the petition asks
Introduce a regulated framework allowing privately owned e-scooters and higher-speed e-bikes on roads, with a two-tier system: low-speed devices with basic registration, and higher-speed devices requiring a simple licence, ID and annual fee, with clear safety and enforcement rules.
Rising fuel costs and the cost-of-living crisis limit access to transport, especially for low-income households. Legalisation would provide a low-cost alternative, reduce fuel dependency, and support the electric transport market. A clear, tiered system with registration and licensing could reduce police time spent enforcing current restrictions and improve compliance. It would support jobs, make use of existing infrastructure, and provide a fair, affordable alternative to car ownership.
Timeline
| 27 Apr 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
109
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
27 Apr 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.