Ministers likely to support law change to allow delivery robots on England’s paths

TL;DR

Ministers are leaning towards changing the law to permit more delivery robots on pavements in England.
Safety campaigners express concern about increased congestion and potential hazards for pedestrians, especially vulnerable groups.
The current legal status of delivery robots operating on pavements is unclear, often existing in a regulatory grey area.
The US firm Starship Technologies, a major player in robot delivery, hopes to expand significantly in the UK.
Living Streets charity is urging caution and advocating for pedestrian safety and accessibility to be primary considerations in any legal changes.

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