Reported claimRated False. Current proposals don’t include drivers over 70 being ordered to retake their driving test. The plan would replace the current eyesight self-declaration for over-70s drivers with mandatory eyesight tests every three years when renewing their licence. · Full Fact
Full Fact rated the claim “Prime Minister Andy Burnham is proposing to make drivers over the age of 70 pass another driving test to continue driving on UK roads.” False. Current proposals don’t include drivers over 70 being ordered to retake their driving test. The plan would replace the current eyesight self-declaration for over-70s drivers with mandatory eyesight tests every three years when renewing their licence..
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