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Older drivers above the age of 70 set to face ‘four tests’ to stay on road
Older motorists above the age of 70 may have to take four tests just to keep their driving licence and stay on the road as part of a major overhaul, according to experts. The Department for Transport has been consulting over plans to introduce mandatory eyesight testing for older drivers.
TL;DR
- Drivers over 70 may face mandatory eyesight testing to remain on the road.
- Proposed tests include visual acuity, peripheral vision, eye condition screening, and meeting legal vision standards.
- The Department for Transport (DfT) is consulting on these plans to improve road safety.
- The DfT's objective is to reduce accidents involving older drivers while preserving their independence.
- Stakeholders have submitted opinions, and the DfT will publish a summary of responses.