In Plain English
AI-generatedProtection of Listed Vehicles Bill would strengthen protection for vehicles officially listed for their historic or heritage value. It would create new offences for damaging, stealing, or tampering with listed vehicles or their listing, and give police and courts clearer powers to enforce protection. It would also set out responsibilities for owners and custodians to help safeguard these vehicles.
Key Points
- Creates new offences relating to damage, theft, or tampering with listed vehicles and their status.
- Provides enhanced penalties and enforcement powers for offences involving listed vehicles.
- Clarifies listing processes and duties of owners and custodians to protect and maintain listed vehicles.
Who is affected?
Owners and custodians of listed vehicles (private collectors, clubs, and museums)Heritage and automotive organisations involved in listing and protection of vehiclesInsurers and lenders of listed vehiclesLaw enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and the judiciaryLocal authorities and heritage bodies involved in listing and administration
Generated 21 February 2026
