https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/cognitive/Recent content in cognitive on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usSat, 30 May 2026 05:30:54 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/new-mandatory-eyesight-and-cognitive-tests-proposed-for-drivers-over-70-in-england/Sat, 30 May 2026 05:30:54 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/new-mandatory-eyesight-and-cognitive-tests-proposed-for-drivers-over-70-in-england/The UK government is considering introducing two significant mandatory tests for drivers aged 70 and above across England. Currently, there are over 6.3 million full licence holders aged 70 and over in Great Britain, a number that has surged by 60% since 2012, according to Labour Party government data. In an effort to improve road safety and reduce accidents involving elderly motorists, the government is exploring compulsory eyesight checks and cognitive assessments.