HC Deb 19 March 1958 vol 584 c137W
51. Mr. J. Harrison

asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation if he will alter the conditions attached to ordinary motor driving licences, in a way that will enable holders of such licences to ride a power-assisted bicycle, as distinct from a motor cycle, without further tests or examinations.

Mr. Nugent

No, the technique required to handle a power-assisted cycle on the roads safely is quite different from that needed for driving a motor car.