The Automated Vehicles Act 2024 (Commencement No. 2) Regulations 2026
Amendment
Great Britain
In force since 15 May 2026
Mini Summary
Automated Vehicles Act 2024
The Automated Vehicles Act 2024 establishes the framework and principles for the Secretary of State to authorise the use of automated vehicles as road vehicles in Great Britain.
Amendment
The following sections come into force on 15th May 2026:
- Part 5 (permits for automated passenger services), except for sections 84, and 89(8)(b) and (10), which relate to civil sanctions for non-compliance; and
- section 93 enabling the Secretary of State and Welsh Ministers to require traffic regulation authorities to provide information on relevant traffic regulation measures.
Duties
There are no direct duties for most organisations under this Act. Additional specific duties for organisations and individuals as regulated bodies are expected to be made through amendments to existing legislation and the introduction of regulations.
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