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Seeks views on the proposals to introduce mandatory eyesight testing for older drivers in Great Britain.

How to respond

Consultation ends:
31 March 2026
Consultation launched:

Consultation description

The Department for Transport is seeking views on:

  • potentially moving away from the current self-declaration system for eyesight standards for drivers aged 70 and over
  • introducing mandatory eyesight tests for older drivers as part of the driving licence renewal process

This consultation is being held on gov.uk