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APPG for Self-Driving Vehicles
The APPG for Self-Driving Vehicles provides a forum for parliamentarians, industry and academics to promote the economic, environmental and safety benefits of self-driving vehicles for a variety of use cases across all parts of the UK. In collaboration with sponsors, Wayve, Uber, Waymo, Mishcon de Reya, Hogan Lovells and the Royal National Institute of Blind People, it acts as the voice of the automated vehicle (AV) sector in Parliament.
About
Founded in 2023, the Self-Driving APPG aims to raise awareness of advancements in self-driving technology and argue for a financial and legislative environment that encourages innovation while building public trust in new technologies. The APPG is led by Chair Chris Curtis MP.
Chair and Sponsors
Chris Curtis MP
Chris Curtis is the Labour MP for Milton Keynes North, an area synonymous with the trialling and development of new transport innovations. Following his election in 2024, Chris is enthusiastic about the UK fulfilling its potential as a hub for technological innovation, in particular to develop a thriving, world-leading automated mobility sector.
Waymo
Waymo is the world’s first autonomous ride-hailing service, on a mission to be the world’s most trusted driver. It’s committed to making it safer, more accessible, and more sustainable to get around — without the need for anyone in the driver’s seat. It currently operates commercial ride-hailing services across the US and recently announced plans to operate services in London.
Mishcon de Reya
Mishcon de Reya is a British international independent law firm that provides bespoke, top-level legal advice in specific areas of law. As automated vehicles change the way we move both people and goods, Mishcon de Reya’s mobility lawyers work with both established automotive brands, as well as tech entrants operating at the cutting edge of the smart transport revolution.
Wayve
Founded in 2017, Wayve is pioneering deep learning and AI for the next generation of autonomous driving. Wayve was the first company to demonstrate an end-to-end learned driving system with complete vehicle control, powering a self-driving vehicle on UK public roads. In 2024, Wayve announced a $1.05bn Series C investment round and has since opened offices around the world, including the US and Japan.
RNIB
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is the UK's leading sight loss charity, offering practical and emotional support to blind and partially sighted people, their families and carers, and campaigning to make society more accessible for all. RNIB has expressed strong support for the introduction of automated vehicles which are accessible for blind and partially sighted users, and safe for both users and for pedestrians, believing in the power of technology to assist people with sight loss to live confident and independent lives.
Hogan Lovells
Hogan Lovells is a leading global law firm delivering exceptional legal services across highly regulated sectors. As software-defined vehicles, automated driving, and global challenges reshape the market, the firm’s Automotive and Mobility Sector team acts as a strategic partner to established OEMs, suppliers and new mobility entrants, guiding them through this transformation with legal excellence, deep industry insight, and an innovation-driven approach.
