Agricultural Machinery: Safety
Commons · Question 127395 · Tabled 14 Apr 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Question
Asked by Andrew Cooper
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of agricultural machinery accidents on the rural economy; and if she will consider including AI-driven safety equipment within the
Answer
Answered by Dame Angela Eagle, 20 Apr 2026
The Government recognises the importance of reducing agricultural machinery accidents, no specific assessment has been made on its impact on the rural economy. As announced, FETF 2026 is intended to be the final round of the Farming Equipment and Technolo...