Government launches law review of self-driving cars

One of the biggest issues facing the introduction of self-driving cars is where blamed is placed if one is involved in an accident. Does the responsibility lie with the vehicle owner, the car manufacturer or the firm that's developed the autonomous driving software? This and more will be decided in the next three years, with the Government launching a new legal review to prepare the country for driverless cars hitting UK roads. Minsters have commissioned the study in order to'ensure the UK remains one of the best places in the world to develop, test and drive self-driving vehicles'. Roads minister Jesse Norman yesterday announced the start of the review by the Law Commission of England and Wales and the Scottish Law Commission that will examine any legal obstacles that might restrict the widespread introduction of self-driving vehicles and highlight the need for regulatory reforms.