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Waymo announced the launch of its Accessibility Network UK, a collaborative forum that brings together ten leading British disability charities and advocacy groups to shape the deployment of autonomous vehicles in London. The network will enable continuous two‑way dialogue, user research, and product testing to embed accessibility features such as audio cues and vehicle‑finding tools into Waymo’s fleet. Waymo’s Product Management Director Chris Ludwick emphasized that the initiative is intended to make the company’s rollout “inclusive, equitable, and aligned with local needs.” Partners include RN IB, Guide Dogs UK, Age UK, Transport for All, the Motability Foundation and others, all of which will help refine vehicle design and service experience for passengers with physical, sensory and cognitive disabilities. The effort extends Waymo’s broader commitment to inclusive mobility as it prepares for wider autonomous operations in the UK capital.