Cycles (Protective Headgear for Children) Bill

A Bill to require the wearing of protective headgear by children while riding cycles; to prescribe penalties for contraventions; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

2 May 2012

In Plain English

AI-generated

If enacted, this Bill would require children to wear protective headgear when riding a bicycle. It would also set penalties for anyone who contravenes the rule and include related provisions to help with enforcement and implementation.

Key Points

Mandatory protective headgear for children when cycling.
Penalties for contravening the requirement would be prescribed in the Bill.
The Bill includes connected provisions to support enforcement and related purposes.

Who is affected?

Children who ride bicyclesParents and guardians of those childrenSchools, clubs or organisations running children's cycling activitiesLocal authorities and road safety bodies responsible for enforcement

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Cycles (Protective Headgear for Children)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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