Reflections on the Mature Drivers' Conference: James Gibson and Prof Charles Musselwhite

In this episode we’re joined by James Gibson of Road Safety GB and Professor Charles Musselwhite to reflect on the Mature Drivers’ Conference held in Birmingham at the end of April 2026. With more than six million drivers aged over 70 on UK roads, we explore the growing urgency of supporting safe, sustainable mobility in later life. The conversation unpacks key insights from the event, from Safe System thinking and policy priorities to the human factors shaping identity, wellbeing and life beyond driving. We discuss gaps in current provision, the realities of driving cessation, and what practical steps road safety professionals can take to better support an ageing driver population.