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flag UK drivers over 70 may face fines up to £1,000 for expired licenses, with mandatory eyesight checks proposed to improve road safety.

flag UK drivers over 70 may face fines up to £1,000 for driving with expired licences, as many delay renewal beyond the required three-year cycle. flag The Labour government proposes mandatory eyesight checks for this age group to boost road safety, replacing self-certification with medical assessments. flag The plan, part of a broader strategy to cut accidents by 65% in ten years, follows a review recommending raising the renewal age to 75, citing outdated 1971 data. flag Public consultation is ongoing, with officials stressing the need for safety, fairness, and accessibility.

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