Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent steps her Department has taken to help ensure the effective enforcement of legislation relating to e-bikes on roads.

Only e-bikes that comply in full with the requirements of the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle Regulations 1983 can be legally used on public roads.

Where an e-bike does not comply with these Regulations, it counts as an e-moped or motorbike and must therefore be registered, taxed and insured. The rider must wear a safety helmet and hold the appropriate driving licence. Enforcement is a matter for the police.