Vehicle Technology and Aviation Bill
Information and transport topics of the Vehicle Technology and Aviation Bill 2017.
The Vehicle Technology and Aviation Bill 2017 introduces a set of transport policies to modernise the transport system for businesses and passengers. The bill makes policies for:
- automated vehicles (AV)
- electric vehicle infrastructure
- air traffic control regulations (NATs)
- ATOL
- road vehicle testing
- misuse of lasers
- courses offered as an alternative to driving fixed penalty notices
Automated vehicles
The Bill extends the compulsory motor insurance requirement to include automated vehicle owners.
Electric vehicle infrastructure
The Bill provides government with the powers to:
- require that data on charge point location and availability is openly available
- set minimum technical specifications for charge point connectors
- oblige charge point network operators to allow interoperability between networks
- mandate provision of electric vehicle infrastructure at motorway service areas and large fuel retailers
- require that charge points are ‘smart’ and can interact with the electricity grid
Air traffic control regulations (NATs)
Updates the licensing framework for air traffic services so it continues to:
- improve the UK’s record on safety
- satisfy demand
- increase resilience
ATOL
The BIll extend insolvency protection for package holidays to:
- new digital business models
- newer ways of buying package holidays
Road vehicle testing
Amends legislation to allow:
- any owner of road worthiness checking facilities to offer their services to the market, increasing choice and competition for commercial vehicle operators
- to implement a cap to protect vehicle operators from excessive charging
Misuse of lasers
Makes the misuse of lasers an indictable offence. This removes the current requirement of establishing proof of harm or endangerment to:
- vehicles
- aircraft
- vessels
Media
Media about the Vehicle and Technology Bill.