Cycling: Safety
Commons · Question 113164 · Tabled 12 Feb 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 23 Feb 2026
Question
Asked by Vikki Slade
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she has plans to make it a requirement for cyclists to wear high visibility attire when cycling on public roads.
Answer
Answered by Lilian Greenwood, 23 Feb 2026
There are no plans to make it a requirement for cyclists to wear high visibility clothing when cycling. However, cyclists should ensure that they can be clearly seen by other road users, both for their own safety and for that of others. This is in line wi...