Currently UK sellers of speed pedelecs are not obliged to confirm that a purchaser holds a valid moped or motorcycle licence. This needs to become a legal requirement. In addition the seller should record the buyer name, address, insurance & tax details before the purchaser can complete the purchase
Heidi Alexander
Transport Secretary
Introduce mandatory registration and licensing for e-bikes
Register and license all high-powered electric bikes and off-road e-motorbikes
Right of way proof required for property purchase
Introduce compulsory third party insurance for electric mobility scooters
Currently UK sellers of speed pedelecs are not obliged to confirm that a purchaser holds a valid moped or motorcycle licence. This needs to become a legal requirement. In addition the seller should record the buyer name, address, insurance & tax details before the purchaser can complete the purchase
Introduce mandatory registration and licensing for e-bikes
Register and license all high-powered electric bikes and off-road e-motorbikes
Right of way proof required for property purchase
Introduce compulsory third party insurance for electric mobility scooters