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flag UK lowers train driver age limit to 18 to combat driver shortages and service disruptions.

flag The UK Department for Transport plans to lower the minimum age for train drivers from 20 to 18 to tackle driver shortages and frequent service disruptions caused by reliance on extra shifts. flag With 87% of cancellations due to shortages and 30% of drivers expected to retire by 2029, the government aims to boost recruitment. flag Existing assessment standards will remain, and new opportunities for 18-year-olds could be available by December.

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