Written question asked by Baroness Hayter of Kentish Town (Labour) on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 28 May 2026. It was answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill (Labour) on Wednesday, 27 May 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Eyesight: Testing
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to (1) introduce compulsory eye tests for drivers over 70 and (2) prepare optometrists to undertake such tests.
- Answer
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A public consultation on introducing mandatory eyesight testing for older drivers was launched on 7 January and closed on 11 May.
The Department for Transport is currently analysing the responses, and the government response will be published once that is complete.
The logistical arrangements for carrying out any potential new eyesight tests formed part of the consultation. No decisions will be made until the responses to the consultation have been carefully considered.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL31
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Driving Eyesight Older people Testing
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- 2026-05-27 10:28:12 +0100
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