Safe use rules for automated vehicles (AV)
Applies to England, Scotland and Wales
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Detail of outcome
On 20 April 2022, the government published a summary of responses received for its consultation on proposals to amend The Highway Code to create rules on the safe use of automated vehicles. This document also outlines the government’s response to the consultation.
Alongside this, the government published Automated vehicles: testing proposed wording used in The Highway Code and Self-driving vehicles listed for use in Great Britain.
On 25 April 2022, the government published:
Original consultation
Consultation description
Proposes amendments to The Highway Code to introduce a new section regarding rules for the safe use of automated vehicles on motorways.
This consultation was an outcome requirement of the August 2020 call for evidence on ensuring safe use of Automated Lane Keeping Systems.
Documents
Last updated 25 April 2022 + show all updates
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Added an explanatory memorandum about The Highway Code amendment on self-driving vehicles, alongside a covering letter.
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Outcome added.
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First published.