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Pedicabs (London)
09 June 2020
Lead MP
Nickie Aiken
Debate Type
General Debate
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Nickie Aiken raised concerns about pedicabs (london) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
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.
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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