Labour Targets Monster E‑Bikes with New Ban
Labour MPs propose banning high‑speed electric bikes from UK roads.
On 27 January 2026, Labour MPs introduced the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles Bill in the House of Commons, aiming to ban a class of so‑called 'monster' e‑bikes from UK roads. The proposal sets a hard speed limit of 20 mph (32 km/h) for all e‑bikes and introduces battery‑capacity restrictions, forcing manufacturers to design bikes that meet new safety and emission standards. If a bicycle fails to comply, the bill would allow authorities to confiscate the vehicle outright. The legislation has been championed by Shadow Transport Secretary Keir Starmer and faces opposition from the Cycling UK federation, which argues that the rules could stifle the growing green‑mobility market. Supporters say it will protect pedestrians and curb pollution from high‑powered electric cycles.
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