Older Drivers Face New Safety Rules | Leeds News

Older drivers may soon face new road safety rules after the government reviews proposals that could require mandatory eyesight tests — even revocation of licenses — for those born before 1957. Aimed at reducing accidents without stripping away independence, the plan includes cognitive testing and ends decades of self-reported fitness. While optometry groups back the move, many seniors worry about losing mobility. Decisions are expected soon as the Department for Transport weighs coroner reports and current system flaws. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/19e6758d27a4d225