A local councillor's dog narrowly avoided being hit by a Just Eat delivery robot during a recent Bristol trial. The autonomous machine reportedly failed to stop for the small pet, sparking urgent safety concerns from city officials. This near-miss has now triggered a formal investigation into the risks these robots pose to pedestrians and animals on public pavements.
Most city dwellers have likely spotted a meal-carrying bot rolling along the pavement to complete a delivery. These compact, four-wheeled machines are appearing more frequently in built-up areas, serving as a trendy substitute for couriers at universities and office hubs. Nevertheless, a British city remains hesitant about embracing this technology after the recent incident where a bot almost struck a councillor's pet.
