Deliveroo driver spotted on Glasgow M8 in rain with “nae helmet”
A shocked car passenger captured a video of the cyclist who appears to be riding an e-bike on the busy motorway near the Clyde Tunnel in Glasgow. In a clip posted on TikTok yesterday a person is seen wearing the iconic blue staff jacket for the food[1] delivery company while commuting in the rain. The video is captioned “nae helmet, nae nothing” while passengers in the car can be heard sharing their concern for the rider.
@67intheheatoflisbon Deliveroo driver on the m8 haha #glasgow #deliveroo ? original sound – TMA98[2][3][4][5]
The TikTok now has thousands of views and hundreds of comments as social media users were quick to share their thoughts.
One person said: “Guys not even pedalling.” A second person said: “No bikes allowed.” A third person said: “I’ve seen that several times on the M8 near the city.”
A fourth person said: “Someone’s food’s gonna be freezin.”
It’s not illegal to ride a bike without a helmet in Scotland[7], however cyclists are recommended to use one as it can provide visibility and protect from head injuries. If a bike meets the correct government requirements it’s classed as a normal pedal bike.
This includes power output, manufacturer of the motor, battery voltage, and the maximum speed of the bike. If it meets the set standard on the government website[8], then you can ride it on cycle paths and anywhere else pedal bikes are allowed. Some electric bikes can be classed as a motorcycle or moped, therefore must be registered and taxed.
If this is the case you need a valid driving licence to ride one and you must wear a crash helmet.
Deliveroo has been contacted for comment.
Police Scotland have been contacted for comment.