It's not just that work under these platforms is often done illegally (illegal vehicles; uninsured; breaking road traffic laws; modern slavery infiltrated labour). But even if you solve those problems; the employment model is exploitative to try and hide the fact that these are, in fact, employees.

Subsidy per mile is definitely the way to go here: incentivise the switch to legit, safe, e-bikes.

London is proud to host Japan's Grand Sumo Tournament this week - it's fantastic to see the the teams using our cycling infrastructure to get around.

A lot of mobility innovation focuses on making existing options even more comfortable for the most privileged, at the expense of children, the elderly, people with low incomes or disabilities. If we’re not designing for them, we're designing ourselves out of the system: fair-mobility.eu/the-library/

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Lots on in #VictoriaPark for #CarFreeDay ⭐ Get your bike checked at the Dr Bike ⭐ Race your mates on the static cycles 🏆 ⭐ Try out some brilliant cargo bikes from CarryMe Bikes ⭐ Get security marking for your bike from MET police ⭐ Have a fun ride round the park with @pedalme.bsky.social

Out and about this weekend delivering for some of your favourite London brands. But we’re not just here for the big names… • Bought something on eBay? We’ll collect it. • Moving house? We’ll shift it. • Fancy a joyride in the sunshine? We’ll take you. Book whatever, whenever: www.pedalme.app

On our way to #QueensParkDay! Find us near the main Arena for anything to do with #cycling in #Brent. Thank you @pedalme.bsky.social for providing the solution for the logistics! www.qpark.org.uk/queens-park-...

People who can afford to drop the thick end of £40k on a car do not need a handout. We should be using that cash to get people to swap to alternatives instead. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Good to see this new trade association for #Sustainable urban freight, funded by @impurbanhealth.bsky.social, and to see the range of founding members. From @pedalme.bsky.social to Evri to DHL, it's great to see representation from mixed fleets as well as electric vans and cargo bikes. #AirPollution

Ed Milliband is about the only reason to have faith in labour. He is right. We do need to continue to step up efforts to get to net zero and tackle the climate emergency. Change has already happened, and UK weather is more extreme so we need to double down. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Have you considered using a #CargoBike for the school run? @pedalme.bsky.social offers this service with riders who have an Enhanced DBS check, ensuring safety for unaccompanied children 😊🚲 #BackToSchool #ActiveSchoolRunNW3 #AirQuality

@pedalme.bsky.social Hi - saw you just reposted my post 👍🏻 If you don’t already know about it, check out the latest episode of @podstreetsahead.bsky.social - there’s a whole article (and report) on delivery driver substitution. [starts about halfway through] shows.acast.com/5e8ee3bc4fc2...

Interesting project by @pedalme.bsky.social looking at the scale of use of #SubstitutionClauses by #GigEconomy platforms - please help them if you can @appgcw.bsky.social @lauralaker.bsky.social @walkridegm.org.uk

@lauralaker.bsky.social @adamtranter.bsky.social @podstreetsahead.bsky.social Hi guys ! By coincidence, @pedalme.bsky.social the bike courier people are running a citizen science project into substitution in the food delivery industry. You should check it out: www.pedalme.co.uk/whos-doing-t...

Don't Miss - Nirvana explores ... Sustainability initiatives across London as part of London Climate Action Week Great videos created for school children Featuring @pedalme.bsky.social @nationalparkcity.bsky.social and more Watch on our youtube channel www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

And good fun too!

Urban ride to your destination via cargo bike (with decent wages & conditions for workers)? It exists - @pedalme.bsky.social in London.

@pedalme.bsky.social trip booked for tomorrow, it'll be nice to be a passanger for a change 😂 This is the view I normally have!

Happen to be in London next week, very tempted to use @pedalme.bsky.social for a trip or two... Anyone have experience? 😀

London Cycling Festival is coming to #VictoriaPark on Sunday from 10.30am - 2.30pm. ⭐Cargo bike passenger rides⭐All ability bike demos ⭐Dr Bike ⭐Smoothie bike ⭐British Cycling ⭐ @pedalme.bsky.social @bikeworks.bsky.social @britishcycling.org.uk @londoncycling.bsky.social lcc.org.uk/events/categ...

Wouldn't it be great if @pedalme.bsky.social could bring us same-day, low-carbon IKEA deliveries, straight from the checkout? Fill in this quick survey and help them set up this service! #ZeroEmission #AirPollution us15.list-manage.com/survey?u=47a...

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Wow! 200+ responses to our survey!

Still waiting for that van? There’s a quicker, cleaner way to move IKEA orders across London. Same-day delivery by cargo bike. Same price. Less delay. Fill in a short survey (30 sec). Get a discount. Push delivery into the 21st century. tinyurl.com/mvfj9vt4

Yes, we work with some of London’s biggest businesses. But we also deliver for people like you. Got an eBay collection? A bulky errand? Need help crossing town with awkward luggage? Yes we can do that by cargo bike. Book same-day through www.pedalme.app. One city. One service.

Green courier firm Pedal Me showcases cargo bike capabilities with free deliveries for customers shopping in the newly-opened London IKEA store on Oxford Street. Read more: zagdaily.com/trends/pedal...

"I’ve seen barely any discussion about shifting modes to save lives,” said National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy “...But as someone who rides transit every single day, I know I am less likely to get into a crash, just by getting on that train.”

Fancy a little ride out this weekend? The London Phoenix Easter classic is the friendliest ride out in town. Enter on the line tomorrow morning - start point - Fairlop Waters. More details here: www.londonphoenix.co.uk/easter-classic

Out and about this weekend delivering for some of your favourite London brands. But we’re not just here for the big names… • Bought something on eBay? We’ll collect it. • Moving house? We’ll shift it. • Fancy a joyride in the sunshine? We’ll take you. Book whatever, whenever: www.pedalme.app

Sorry, going fast, but bikes used for cargos are clearly still widely used - and growing in use elsewhere too! For instance in London, where I live: bsky.app/profile/peda...

Good morning! We are out there….weekend service 8-5. Head to www.pedalme.app to book! Perfect for eBay purchases - from fashion to furniture. Or take a joyride with our passenger service.

This is the first in a series of hard-hitting messages to remind everyone why Pedal Me is an organisation worth backing—because when we win, you win, your city wins, and society wins too. drive.google.com/file/d/1ZH13...

You'll never guess what I've been up to this morning. @pedalme.bsky.social (nice Omnium fella)

“Believe it or not, electric bikes offer more exercise than pedal bikes on average. That might sound strange, but the science is clear.” Why e-bikes give more exercise than “acoustic” bikes. (but both are excellent for better cities, and both are a LOT cheaper than cars, especially after tariffs!)

We are stepping in to help former Zedify staff into work following their administration process. If you are affected do please reach out and we'll try and place you to get you back to work in the shortest possible time frame. cyclingindustry.news/pedalme-reac...

A cynic might say that their entire business model is predicated on these companies maintaining great loopholes for modern slavery to occur, because modern spaces are great workers right? Not us, we hasten to add.

I think we can change the world by having protected bike lanes and secure bike parking everywhere.

I refuse to shut up about this: NYC started charging $9 to bring a car into our most transit-rich zone, the haters & trolls predicted doom, but traffic evaporated instantly and here’s Times Square tonite (even after the holiday tourists have left). For a better future, build transit & price driving!

The reason that there is increasing people smuggling activity, is because there is a growing financial incentive for it to happen. A social media ban won't stop this process happening and is frankly a laughable response to growing people trafficking. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

October 1, 1924 – December 29, 2024

“Tech billionaires don’t have a great track record when it comes to fixing our transportation system… tech companies have kept us trapped in cars by distracting us from investments in improved transit & other transport options.” @parismarx.com in @newrepublic.com newrepublic.com/article/1740...

Saved the best for the last for you: my absolutely stunning sister arriving at her wedding ceremony in a cargo bike (bakfiets), peddled by her future husband 🥰 #bikesky

As you think about your New Year’s resolutions, why not contribute to making London—and the world—a better place? If your business has logistics needs, let’s talk. Here’s how partnering with us benefits your business and the planet:

We are *incredibly over busy* with bookings at the current time. Please book well ahead of time, give us the widest possible windows to deliver, and apologies for any slight delays. Recruiting more staff in the New Year to keep us well resourced!

Much appreciated! Thank you.

Bakers dozen! 📸 By Levi

🎄 Lovely morning down at Columbia Road flower market today! 🚴‍♀️Get a FREE journey home with your Christmas tree or plants by @pedalme.bsky.social 📍Find us outside the Birdcage Pub #Treebybike #BetterbyBike #CargoBike

🎄Headed to Columbia Road Flower Market to get your Christmas tree this Sunday? 🚴‍♀️Get a FREE journey home with your Christmas tree with @pedalme.bsky.social 📍Find us outside the Birdcage Pub #Treebybike #BetterbyBike #CargoBike #ZeroEmissions

Emergency vehicles using bike lanes has become a common sight in Paris (see video). Moreover, recently, response times have become significantly shorter, which may be linked to this practice (although it's hard to prove it scientifically)