Drivers need to sit in the front seat and have a driving licence in driverless cars. Failing to do so could open them up to prosecution, ministers have warned. READ MORE:Driverless cars promise motorists hands-off journeys, which many have hoped might allow for a couple more pints at the pub before travelling home.
The Law Commission has already drawn up a draft proposal for legislation around the legal use of driverless cars and vehicles on Britain's roads. When a self-driving system is active, it recommends that a human in the driver's seat should legally become a 'user-in-charge' - and would avoid prosecution if the vehicle drives itself dangerously or causes a crash.
They will not be able to use their phones and 'should remain able to retake dynamic driving control, for example they must be awake and in the driving seat'. In cases where the car is being operated remotely, such as driverless taxi services or buses, the requirements will not apply.
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