Drivers over 70 could face compulsory eyesight tests
www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-49194225
One proposal would involve drivers over 70 undergoing an eye test every three years to keep their licence.
The DfT wants to "find out more" about whether this could reduce road deaths before deciding whether to introduce the policy.
Last year, 4,603 drivers over 70 had their licences revoked because of their eyesight, the DfT said.
In the past five years, 37 people have been killed and almost 1,100 people injured in crashes where uncorrected or defective eyesight was a contributing factor.
How about a proper eyesight test before first starting to drive ?
Plus a repeat, say every five years.
Any dodgy certificates and the supplier gets a five year ban from practicing.
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