Drivers over 70 reminded to renew licences every three years

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 15 Oct, 12:29 · Archive

UK drivers aged 70 and over must renew their driving licence every three years and meet eyesight requirements.

Drivers aged 70 and over have been reminded of a requirement they must follow to remain legally able to drive. Once a driver reaches 70, they must renew their driving licence every three years and ensure they continue to meet the eyesight requirements for driving.

Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service issued the reminder on 14 October, urging older motorists to keep on top of their eye health. The service emphasised that eyesight can change over time, sometimes without drivers noticing.

Regular eye tests are important to ensure vision remains fit for driving. The service stated: 'Our eyesight can change over time, sometimes without us noticing, so looking after your eye health is an important part of staying safe on the road.'

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• Hampshire drivers over age of 70 issued Highway Code rule updateUK drivers over the age of 70 years old have been issued an updater reminder on a must-know Highway Code rule.Romsey Advertiser · 15 Oct, 11:55
• Hampshire drivers over age of 70 issued Highway Code rule updateUK drivers over the age of 70 years old have been issued an updater reminder on a must-know Highway Code rule.Andover Advertiser · 15 Oct, 11:55
• Hampshire drivers over age of 70 issued Highway Code rule updateUK drivers over the age of 70 years old have been issued an updater reminder on a must-know Highway Code rule.Basingstoke Gazette · 15 Oct, 11:55

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