https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/oct/Recent content in oct on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usMon, 08 Jun 2026 06:05:43 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/six-new-mandatory-eye-checks-proposed-for-drivers-over-70-in-england/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:05:43 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/six-new-mandatory-eye-checks-proposed-for-drivers-over-70-in-england/Drivers over the age of 70 in England could soon be required to undergo six specific eyesight checks to ensure they remain safe on the road. The Labour government is currently consulting on introducing mandatory vision tests for older motorists as part of its comprehensive Road Safety Strategy. Specsavers, a leading high street optician with branches across the UK, including Birmingham, outlines six essential components typically involved in a thorough eye examination.