UK ministers urged to promote e-bikes to tackle health and climate crises

The Guardian reports that ministers have been urged to consider subsidising e-bikes after a study found that mass use of such bikes could create more than £2bn in health benefits and cut a million tonnes of emissions annually, particularly in rural areas

While grants of up to £1,500 are available for low-emission cars, vans and motorbikes, there is no such assistance for electric-assist bikes.

According to an evidence review by academics at Westminster University, commissioned by the campaign group Bike is Best, boosting e-bike use would bring other benefits not created by electric cars, including reduced road congestion and fewer potentially dangerous particulates from tyre and brake wear.

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The Guardian - UK ministers urged to promote e-bikes to tackle health and climate crises