TfL launches consultation on pedicab licensing

Transport for London (TfL) has launched a six-week consultation on proposals to introduce licensing and safety regulations for pedicabs in London.

The transport body says it marks a 'key step' towards introducing new rules that could come into force in early 2026, aiming to address concerns over safety and high fares.

The proposed measures include enhanced criminal record and medical checks for drivers, annual inspections of pedicabs covering brakes, tyres, lighting, and electric batteries, as well as regulated fares based on journey time with a minimum charge.

Drivers would be required to display ID badges and licence plates, and externally amplified audio on pedicabs would be prohibited.

Pedicabs would also only be allowed to pick up or drop off passengers where it is safe and permitted.

TfL says the proposals follow feedback from a previous consultation, in which more than 7,500 responses were received, highlighting concerns about unsafe vehicles and overcharging.

Those who live in London, businesses, and pedicab operators are invited to provide feedback on the new measures until 20 October 2025.

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said the proposals are intended to make pedicabs safer while allowing the industry to continue operating sustainably.

TfL added that the rules would aim to be proportionate, enforceable, and deliver practical improvements for passengers, operators, and the wider public.