As a woman, I often feel unsafe while walking home alone in the dark. This fear is a shared experience that countless women across the United Kingdom relate to as part of our daily routine. Every woman deserves the right to feel safe when travelling, and it shouldn’t be a privilege we have to pay for.

The abuse that women face is not isolated incidents, but a rampant issue rooted in our cultural norms. According to a YouGov survey for UN Women, 71% of women in the UK have suffered some form of sexual harassment in public spaces, with a large proportion happening during the evening and night hours. Statistics suggest that women are more likely to be victims of street crime, including robbery, mugging, and sexual assault, especially during late hours (Source: Women's Aid Federation England).

Implementing free electric bikes for women in cities across the UK after 7pm could likely reduce this risk significantly. Apart from the evident ecological benefits, it also offers a safer mode of transport once dark settles. This move can dramatically improve the fear that is associated with commuting after sunset and let women reclaim public spaces without fearing for their safety. 

This initiative isn't just about providing free services-it's about ensuring the safety and well-being of women, valuing women equally regardless of their financial resources, and fostering a community where everyone, can feel secure when travelling at night.

Sign this petition to urge local and national government bodies to invest in free electric bikes for women after 7PM in UK cities. So, raise your voice, echo this sentiment, and petition for the implementation of free electric bikes for the safety of women across the UK. Please sign and share this petition.