Written question asked by Charlotte Nichols (Labour) on Wednesday, 2 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 4 September 2026. It was answered by Chris McDonald (Labour) on Thursday, 10 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade.
Cameras: Wearable Technology
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, if he will make it his policy to restrict sale of high tech smart glasses to those with a documented accessibility need.
- Answer
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The department has no plans to restrict the sale of smart glasses to individuals with a documented accessibility need. Emerging technologies such as AI supported wearables can be powerful Assistive technologies when put into the hands of disabled people. The Government will continue to monitor developments in this market and keep the relevant regulatory framework under review.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 26653
- Session
- 2026-27
- Related items
- Subjects
- Cameras Wearable technology
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- 2026-09-18 11:51:26 +0100
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