Emma Foody MP Welcomes Government Commitment to Tackle Menacing Off-Road Bikes in Cramlington and Killingworth
Emma Foody MP, Labour and Co-op Party Member of Parliament for Cramlington and Killingworth, has reinforced her commitment to tackling anti-social behaviour after raising concerns about off-road bikes in the House of Commons. During the Business Statement, she highlighted the overwhelming feedback from local residents regarding the dangers and disturbances caused by these vehicles.
Speaking in the Commons, Emma Foody MP said:
“In my recent 2025 Cramlington and Killingworth Priorities Survey, residents have consistently raised anti-social behaviour and off-road bikes. I know the measures in the Crime and Policing Bill will send a strong message that this behaviour will no longer be tolerated. But can we have a debate on the action that this government is taking to tackle the issue and ensure that the police have the powers and the resources that they need to remove these menacing bikes from our streets?”
Responding to her concerns, Lucy Powell MP, Leader of the House of Commons, agreed on the need for action, stating:
“Well, she’s absolutely right. And I’m sure like her, you know, I absolutely welcome the measures in the Crime and Policing Bill that we debated at second reading earlier this week. I think it’s certainly for my constituents too—the powers that we’re giving to the police to seize and crush these menacing off-road quad bikes and others—is probably one of the most popular things this government has done in recent weeks. But she’s absolutely right. We need to make sure that once these new powers are given, the police really do have the resources and can operationalise their intention.”
Emma Foody MP has been vocal in advocating for stronger measures to address the persistent problem of off-road bike misuse in Cramlington and Killingworth. The new provisions in the Crime and Policing Bill will make it easier for police to seize these vehicles, removing the need for a prior warning and ensuring that offenders face immediate consequences.
She also welcomed the introduction of Respect Orders, which will grant police and local authorities stronger powers to take swift action against offenders, ensuring that residents are protected from ongoing disruption. Additionally, the Bill strengthens enforcement measures against fly-tipping and abandoned vehicles, tackling wider anti-social behaviour issues that contribute to a sense of disorder in communities.
Emma Foody MP commented:
“For too long, residents in Cramlington and Killingworth have suffered from the reckless and intimidating behaviour of those misusing off-road bikes. The new powers in the Crime and Policing Bill will send a clear message that this will no longer be tolerated. I will continue to fight for safer streets and a stronger police presence to ensure that our communities are not only safer but also feel safer.”
The Labour government has pledged to increase police numbers and provide additional resources to ensure effective enforcement of these measures.
Emma Foody MP encourages residents to continue sharing their concerns and experiences, reinforcing the importance of tackling anti-social behaviour together. Constituents are invited to get in touch with her office for further discussions and updates.