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Brigade Electronics calls for safety-led implementation of GSR 2 in UK legislation

Brigade Electronics, a global leader in commercial vehicle safety solutions, is urging the UK Government to ensure that any implementation of General Safety Regulation 2 (GSR 2) strengthens – not compromises – the UK’s position as a world leader in vehicle safety standards and protects UK industry. Currently, the European GSR 2 rules mandate additional safety features for new vehicles sold within the EU, as well as in NI under the Windsor Framework.
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