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Opinion: Time for an honest conversation about driver eyesight testing
In this opinion piece, Graham Lewis-Dale from OptikosPrime calls into question the strength of the current eyesight testing for UK drivers, in particular the 20 metre number plate check.
14:24 | 19 Oct
ScORSA announces programme of work-related road safety webinars
The Scottish Occupational Road Safety Alliance (ScORSA) has announced a programme of webinars examining key issues affecting people who drive and ride for work.
09:06 | 19 OctBritons back tougher road safety measures – and half think road deaths are rising
New polling, conducted on behalf of The Road Safety Trust, has found majority support for many key elements of the Government’s National Road Safety Strategy, from eyesight tests for older drivers to minimum learning periods for new ones.
10:34 | 16 Oct | Comments (1)First speakers confirmed for Young Driver Focus 2027
The first two speakers have been confirmed for Young Driver Focus 2027, with presentations exploring post-collision care and collaborative campaigning to improve young driver safety.
14:21 | 15 OctIsle of Wight schools launch walk to school challenge
Children at 11 schools across the Isle of Wight are being encouraged to walk, wheel, cycle and scoot to school as part of a campaign to promote active and sustainable travel.
15:35 | 14 OctPolice and road safety partners urged to support national driver eyesight campaign
Police forces, road safety partnerships and other organisations are being encouraged to support Is Your Vision Roadworthy?, the National Driver Eyesight Campaign, which will run from 26 October to 8 November 2026 as part of Operation Insight.
08:26 | 14 OctWatch & listen
Watch: RSGB Academy Webinar – New Courses, New Awards
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11.29 | 3 Jul | More videosWatch: Webinar | Updated Assessment of Walked Routes to School guidelines
11.22 | 5 Mar | More videosWatch: Don’t put drugs in the driving seat (THINK!)
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