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UK Considers Mandatory Eye Tests for Drivers Over 70

1/6/2026

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  • The UK government is considering mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 to cut deaths and serious injuries by 65% by 2035.
  • Cognitive assessments for older drivers may also be introduced.
  • In 2024, 24% of drivers killed in collisions were aged 70 or older.
  • Local transport minister Lilian Greenwood emphasized balancing older drivers' independence with road safety.
  • The plan also increases penalties for driving without insurance, from £300 to £600.