Written question asked by Jerome Mayhew (Conservative) on Monday, 9 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 11 February 2026. It was answered by Simon Lightwood (Labour) on Wednesday, 25 February 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Driving: Eyesight
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department plans to include reminders about sight testing in driving licence renewal notices.
- Answer
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The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) already include clear messaging on the required eyesight standards for driving and the importance of regular eyesight tests on reminders, application forms, information leaflets and online guidance provided as part of the driving licence renewal process.
The published guidance also sets out the legal requirement to be able to read a number plate at 20 metres, to meet the minimum visual acuity and visual field standards for driving and the requirement to notify the DVLA of any relevant eye conditions.
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- Written question
- Reference
- 111811
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Driving Eyesight Testing Driving licences
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- 2026-02-27 07:43:31 +0000
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