Tag Archives: Cyclists’ Defence Fund

Cycling UK Warns Merseyrail e-bike ban will have devastating impact

Merseyrail e-bike ban

Cycling UK is challenging Merseyrail’s decision to ban non-folding e-bikes from its entire network, due to the devastating effect a blanket ban would have on some of the region’s residents, particularly older and disabled people. The charity says the ban will worsen isolation, wellbeing and household finances, as it limits …

Read More »

Police decision to destroy legal e-bike on loan challenged as Cyclists’ Defence Fund turns 25

Uk Cycling 1 Police decision to destroy legal e-bike on loan challenged as Cyclists’ Defence Fund turns 25

On 24th April 2026, West Midlands Police stopped a cyclist on suspicion of riding an e-motorbike on the road without a licence plate, tax or insurance. The stop ended in the seizure and destruction of a legal e-bike, a £6,500 Tern HSD S00 electric bike on loan from Birmingham Bike …

Read More »