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Bill provides renewal of driving licences every 10 years, stricter road traffic rules
Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2023 9:31 am
by Paphos Life
Driving licenses will have to be renewed every 10 years while new rules will improve safety for all road users, according to a draft bill to be debated before parliament on Thursday. At the same time, an information exchange network within all EU countries will allow access to a driver’s personal data. The European Commission […]
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Re: Bill provides renewal of driving licences every 10 years, stricter road traffic rules
Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2023 10:48 am
by Devil
I was 88 when I last renewed my licence, for three years. If it were for 10 years, I could theoretically still drive up to 98. I stopped driving at 90 because I lost some confidence in being able to cope with a tricky situation. One thing I have noticed is that my eyes are still 20/20 in terms of acuity, which is what is tested, but started to react poorly when looking at rapid motion. The mandatory eye test should be dynamic as well as static.
Re: Bill provides renewal of driving licences every 10 years, stricter road traffic rules
Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2023 11:30 am
by Cappielow1
Devil wrote: ↑Tue Apr 25, 2023 10:48 am
I was 88 when I last renewed my licence, for three years. If it were for 10 years, I could theoretically still drive up to 98. I stopped driving at 90 because I lost some confidence in being able to cope with a tricky situation. One thing I have noticed is that my eyes are still 20/20 in terms of acuity, which is what is tested, but started to react poorly when looking at rapid motion. The mandatory eye test should be dynamic as well as static.
Good on you, and there are some UK politicians wanting to ban you from driving when you turn 70!
Re: Bill provides renewal of driving licences every 10 years, stricter road traffic rules
Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2023 3:26 pm
by Devil
Cappielow1 wrote: ↑Tue Apr 25, 2023 11:30 am
Good on you, and there are some UK politicians wanting to ban you from driving when you turn 70!
I don't believe that age is a criterion, in itself. There are many 50-year-olds who should not be allowed to drive and there are some 90-year-olds who should be allowed to drive. As a case in point, my wife tried to learn to drive when she was in her 20s. She, herself, gave it up after a few lessons (and three professional driving teachers, whom she scared the wits out of)! She was quite happy to have me as her private taxi driver!
Re: Bill provides renewal of driving licences every 10 years, stricter road traffic rules
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2023 7:11 am
by JimX
70 seems too long for some drivers, I have incurable double vision at 75, I had to unfortunately stop driving to be safe for other road users, and myself.
Re: Bill provides renewal of driving licences every 10 years, stricter road traffic rules
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2023 7:25 am
by trevnhil
I am sorry to hear this Jim as I know you used to get out every morning with the little dog called (I think) Coco..
Re: Bill provides renewal of driving licences every 10 years, stricter road traffic rules
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2023 3:33 pm
by jagwheels
Jim also sorry to hear about your vision but you have seen my alternative mode of transport. Just an idea
Re: Bill provides renewal of driving licences every 10 years, stricter road traffic rules
Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2023 3:38 pm
by Firefly
I'm sorry to hear about your vision Jim, take care.
Jackie
Re: Bill provides renewal of driving licences every 10 years, stricter road traffic rules
Posted: Thu Apr 27, 2023 6:44 am
by JimX
Thank you all for your kind comments...