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House of Commons · General Debate

Pedicabs (London)

09 June 2020 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Nickie Aiken Con Westminster North

Transport

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At a glance

Nickie Aiken raised concerns about pedicabs (london) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Moves to bring in a Bill to regulate pedicabs and power-assisted pedicabs for hire or reward in London.
  • Issues raised include lack of insurance, inconsistent fares, safety concerns, noise pollution, and risks from pavement driving.
  • Exploitation of drivers and facilitation of criminal activities are also highlighted as concerns.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Nickie Aiken Con Westminster North

Moves to bring in a Bill to regulate the carrying of passengers by pedal cycles and power-assisted pedal cycles for hire or reward. Highlights issues such as lack of insurance, inconsistent fares, safety concerns, noise pollution, pavement driving risks, criminal activities facilitated by pedicabs, and exploitation of drivers. Emphasises need for regulation to ensure safety, quality checks on vehicles, fair pricing, and conditions set by Transport for London.

Other contributors (1)
  • Nickie Aiken Con Westminster North

    Calls for regulation of pedicabs in Greater London due to issues like lack of insurance, inconsistent fares, safety concerns, noise pollution, pavement driving risks, criminal activities facilitated by pedicabs, and exploitation of drivers. Emphasises need for regulation to ensure safety, quality checks on vehicles, fair pricing, and conditions set by Transport for London.

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