A Bill to make provision about the regulation of autonomous surface and submersible maritime vessels; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
Rebecca SmithConservative
30 April 2026
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This bill would create a UK-wide regulatory framework for autonomous surface and submersible vessels operating in UK waters. It would set safety and navigation standards, require certification and registration of vessels and autonomous systems, and establish duties for operators and owners, with enforcement powers and penalties to ensure safe, reliable operation while aligning with international rules.
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2 Mar 2026
The 2024-2026 session of Parliament has come to an end so the House of Commons is now prorogued until the next session begins on 13 May 2026. Prorogation is the formal end to the parliamentary year.
This Bill will therefore make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
