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Written question asked by Ben Everitt (Conservative) on Thursday, 19 October 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 26 October 2023 (named day). It was answered by Jesse Norman (Conservative) on Thursday, 26 October 2023 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Delivery Services: Robots

Question

If he will take steps to support the adoption of autonomous pavement delivery robots.

Answer

We must balance the safety of pedestrians and vulnerable road users with the potential benefits of this novel technology. I am pleased to confirm that the Department will be funding research to further its understanding of the impacts of this new technology. The results will be published once the research has concluded.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
906746
Session
2022-23
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Delivery services Robots
Link
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