{"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/781229.json"},"data":{"type":"petition","id":781229,"attributes":{"action":"Make wearing a helmet a legal requirement when riding a bike","background":"In this day and age, the roads are extremely busy and becoming increasingly dangerous for cyclists especially if they aren’t wearing a helmet.\r\n\r\nSome children find it embarrassing to wear a helmet, which I believe is why a lot of people don’t wear one. \r\n\r\nHelmets can save someone’s life.","additional_details":"Every year, thousands of cyclists suffer preventable, life-altering head injuries and fatal trauma on our roads. While seatbelts are mandatory in cars, basic head protection on bicycles remains optional—leaving riders needlessly vulnerable. \r\n\r\nMaking helmets a legal requirement could save lives, reduce severe brain injuries, and ensure safety is standard for every cyclist. Sign this petition to demand legislation that protects all riders on our roads.","committee_note":"","state":"rejected","signature_count":7,"created_at":"2026-09-06T16:17:56.211Z","updated_at":"2026-10-01T09:37:33.917Z","rejected_at":"2026-10-01T09:37:32.471Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-09-06T16:26:20.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:\r\n\r\nMake helmets legal requirement while riding a bicycle or scooter on public roads\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/767256"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}}}