Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 120014

Bicycles: Theft

Tabled: 11 March 2026

Answered: 19 March 2026

Question

Bell Ribeiro-Addy

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, What assessment she has made of the potential impact of bicycle theft and violent robbery on the level of cycling and active travel.

Answer

Lilian Greenwood

Fear of having a bike stolen can be a serious deterrent to those who might want to take up cycling. Active Travel England is providing funding for local authorities to introduce secure cycle parking. In addition, the British Transport Police are tackling ...

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