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Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles 2026-01-27

27 January 2026 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Julie Minns Lab Carlisle

Transport

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At a glance

Julie Minns raised concerns about electrically assisted pedal cycles 2026-01-27 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Concerns raised about prohibiting the marketing, sale, and supply of electrically assisted pedal cycles that do not conform to the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles Regulations 1983
  • E-bikes not adhering to the 250W motor limit and 15.5 mph speed limit pose significant safety risks
  • Seized bikes in Carlisle capable of reaching up to 37 mph and nationally up to 56 mph highlight the dangers of illegal e-bikes

How the debate unfolded

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

Opened the debate

Julie Minns Lab Carlisle

I beg to move, That leave be given to bring in a Bill to prohibit the marketing, sale, and supply of electrically assisted pedal cycles that fall outside the class of electrically assisted pedal cycles prescribed under the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles Regulations 1983 and of equipment capable of converting a pedal cycle into such a vehicle; and for connected purposes. The Bill aims to protect pedestrians, other road users, lawful cyclists, constituents and our communities from vehicles that look like bikes but behave like motorbikes by stopping the sale of illegal e-bikes and conversion kits. E-bikes conforming to the law are beneficial, offering cleaner journeys, better public health and less congestion. However, those not adhering to the 250W motor limit with a cut-off speed of 15.5 mph pose significant risks: bikes have been seized in Carlisle capable of reaching up to 37 mph and even 56 mph nationally, highlighting the dangers posed by these illegal vehicles.

Other contributors (1)
  • Julie Minns Lab Carlisle

    E-bikes when they conform to the law are beneficial but those not adhering to regulations pose serious risks. The Bill aims to prohibit marketing, sale, and supply of electrically assisted pedal cycles that fall outside legal parameters and equipment capable of converting ordinary bikes into illegal monster bikes. It seeks to shut down sales of dangerous products before reaching streets and provides clear consumer information to prevent misleading purchases.

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