A Bill to require children under 16 to wear a safety helmet when riding a bicycle on a public highway; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
4 May 2021
This bill would require children under 16 to wear a safety helmet when riding a bicycle on a public highway. It aims to reduce head injuries among young cyclists and is currently being debated at the bill’s second reading in the House of Commons.
The bill is at the second reading in the Commons. It is expected to proceed to Committee stage for detailed examination and potential amendments before progressing further.
Generated 21 February 2026
The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
