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Off-road Bikes (Police Powers)
17 December 2024
Lead MP
Luke Akehurst
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Crime & Law EnforcementDefenceTaxation
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Luke Akehurst raised concerns about off-road bikes (police powers) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Members across the House are aware of the menace caused by off-road bikes being driven in a dangerous and antisocial way. Luke Akehurst is introducing a Bill to give police powers to enter private dwellings for seizing these vehicles, which includes motorbikes and quad bikes. The Road Traffic Act 1988 allows seizure of uninsured vehicles but not from private dwellings; the proposed amendment would remove this restriction and enhance antisocial behaviour legislation.
Luke Akehurst
Lab
North Durham
The Bill aims to tackle issues caused by off-road bikes, which have increased in popularity across County Durham. Luke highlights the 730% rise in crimes involving e-bikes and e-scooters over five years and pays tribute to police efforts to track down offenders using drones and similar vehicles. However, he notes that existing laws prevent seizure from private dwellings where these bikes are stored, limiting law enforcement's effectiveness.
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