Ministers endorse law change to permit delivery robots on England's pavements
Ministers are expected to endorse a law change allowing delivery robots on pavements across England. Safety campaigners warn that the proposed deployment could worsen congestion for pedestrians, particularly those with mobility issues. Starship Technologies plans to introduce over 10,000 robots in the UK, contingent on clarification of legal regulations.
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Published 29 Jun 2026, 12:00 UTC · Updated 29 Jun 2026, 12:10 UTC
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