London mayor seeks cap on robotaxis ahead of government approval
Sadiq Khan raises concerns about driverless vehicles' impact on jobs, congestion and air quality as UK government prepares to allow them in the capital.
At a glance
- Khan called for a cap on robotaxis as the UK government prepares to allow driverless vehicles in London
- The mayor raised concerns about job losses, congestion and air quality impacts
- Khan questioned whether existing rules for autonomous vehicles are fit for purpose
London's mayor has called for limits on the number of robotaxis permitted to operate in the city, as the UK government prepares to authorise fully driverless vehicles in the capital. Khan expressed concern that policymakers have not kept pace with technological change and questioned whether current regulations for autonomous vehicles are adequate.
The mayor cited potential threats to employment, increased traffic congestion and air quality impacts as reasons for the proposed cap on robotaxis.
Why it matters
The move reflects growing debate over how cities should manage the introduction of autonomous vehicle technology and its effects on urban transport, employment and infrastructure.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — WorldSadiq Khan calls for cap on numbers of robotaxis on London streets
- The Guardian — BusinessSadiq Khan calls for cap on numbers of robotaxis on London streets
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