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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Developing the Automated Vehicles Regulatory Framework

04 December 2025 · Department for Transport

Proposed by Simon Lightwood Lab Co-op Wakefield and Rothwell

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Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Key points

  • The government updates the House on implementing the Automated Vehicles Act 2024 to support economic growth, road safety, and accessibility.
  • The government has published a call for evidence to inform secondary legislation and guidance for automated vehicles.
  • Input is sought from various stakeholders to ensure a safe and accessible framework for AVs.

Issue summary

The statement updates the House on steps to implement the Automated Vehicles Act 2024 to support economic growth, road safety, and accessibility.

Action requested

The government has published a call for evidence to inform secondary legislation, guidance, and policy development regarding AVs, seeking input from various stakeholders to ensure a safe and accessible framework.

Key facts

  • The Automated Vehicles Act 2024 delivers one of the most comprehensive legal frameworks with safety at its core.
  • The call for evidence is split into two main chapters: “getting AVs on the road” and “once AVs are on the road.”
  • Insights from a broad range of respondents including road users, industry, academics, and accessibility specialists will inform policy development.
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