Supports the Bill, citing personal experience of farm theft and its economic impact on farmers. He emphasises the need for security features like forensic markings and vehicle engine immobilisers to prevent resale and reduce theft. Ben Everitt also highlights the importance of recording sales data and the role of police taskforces in recovering stolen equipment.

Supports the amendment, highlighting its potential to mitigate against quad bike and all-terrain vehicle theft in both rural and urban areas. She cites local incidents of vandalism and theft that have damaged community facilities and disrupted policing efforts due to underfunding. Lynch also notes that the Bill would provide a tool for police to deter such crimes and supports expansion of the amendment's reach through secondary legislation.

Presented data from surveys indicating widespread agricultural theft. Emphasised the need for all farming equipment to be included in the Bill's registration process, noting that farmers often leave machinery in remote fields due to workload demands. Advocated for immobilisers and forensic markings on new ATVs and quad bikes as deterrents against theft. Highlighted the impact of tool theft on tradespeople, citing a survey where 78% of respondents had their tools stolen with only 1% fully recovered. Called for the inclusion of commercial vehicles and equipment in the Bill to protect tradespeople's livelihoods.

She supports the Equipment Theft (Prevention) Bill which aims to prevent the theft and re-sale of equipment used by tradesmen, particularly in rural areas. She highlights clauses 1 and 2 that require vehicles such as quadbikes and ATVs to be fitted with immobilisers and marked with unique identifiers, and clause 3 for enforcement mechanisms. Anna emphasises the importance of a permanent record system accessible online to track stolen equipment. She cites examples like Denmark’s bicycle VIN system and the effectiveness of similar measures in reducing car theft. Additionally, she mentions significant impacts on her constituency due to agricultural and tradesman equipment theft.

Supports the Bill, highlighting that rural crime is a significant issue in his constituency. Cites statistics from the Countryside Alliance's 2021 survey where 43% of respondents reported experiencing rural crimes and 32% experienced agricultural machinery theft. He mentions NFU Mutual’s 2022 report indicating that half of surveyed members are concerned about rural crime with a third stating it is a major concern, costing £2.2 million in quad and ATV thefts alone. Emphasises the high demand for equipment due to shipping delays and supply chain issues, making these items attractive targets for criminals who can easily resell them. Points out that farmers lose not only their equipment but also face delays in replacement and increased costs, impacting food production. Advocates for data sharing between industry, government, and law enforcement to track and pursue criminals effectively.

Mr. James Grundy, a farmer himself, emphasises the importance of his colleague's Bill to address rural crime and protect small farmers from devastating losses due to theft of valuable machinery. He provides historical context on the increase in farm equipment value and the challenges faced by farmers in securing their assets against organised criminal activities.

Equipment and tool theft is a significant issue affecting rural areas, causing financial burdens and mental health impacts on tradespeople. Statistics from 2019 show that over three-quarters of builders have experienced tool theft, with many losing thousands of pounds worth of tools. Rural residents in Hastings and Rye face similar challenges, including the theft of garden and farm equipment, which costs East Sussex £500,000 annually. The Bill aims to prevent resale of stolen equipment and deserves support to protect hard-working tradespeople and farmers.

Supports extending the Bill's scope to include tradesmen and their tools, citing high rates of tool theft among plumbers, electricians, and builders. Argues that equipment theft has significant financial costs and emotional impacts on victims. Mentions research by the Federation of Master Builders indicating that over a 40-year career, a builder typically loses about £10,000-worth of tools due to theft. Highlights the lack of regulation in the second-hand tool market and suggests requiring online marketplaces to mandate unique identifiers for items sold, which would aid in tracking down stolen goods.

Supports the Bill, highlighting its importance for both rural and urban areas. Argues that second-hand tool markets encourage theft as they are not regulated. Cites Direct Line insurance research indicating 30% of UK consumers have bought second-hand tools, with 60% of tradespeople seeing attempts to sell suspected stolen items. Emphasises the stress caused by farming crime on small upland farms and supports measures like serial number requirements for online sales.

The Bill is well-constructed and will lead to a significant decrease in the theft of ATVs and equipment, protecting farmers who are important for feeding the country. It covers the installation of immobilisers and forensic markings on newly sold vehicles. The cost of these measures is under £200 per machine, which is outweighed by the benefits of reducing thefts. The Bill also provides an additional tool to help the police drive down crime alongside other actions like recruiting more police officers.

The Quad Bikes (Security) Bill will combat rural crime and equipment theft. It includes requirements for immobilisers in newly sold ATVs and forensic markings on equipment, making it harder for criminals to sell stolen material. The bill has received widespread support from interested parties including the National Farmers Union.

Having represented an agricultural constituency for more than 30 years, Nigel Evans acknowledges the interest of farmers in Ribble Valley regarding this legislation aimed at reducing thefts from farms.