The DVLA has a rule that takes away two major driving licence freedoms for older drivers, but some have backed the move
A DVLA regulation that restricts the freedoms of older drivers has faced significant backlash, being described as a form of "persecution of pensioners".
Individuals over 70 who wish to keep these categories must complete a medical examination to prove their fitness to drive. It seems many motorists feel that the restrictions are misguided and should target a different demographic. There have been calls to implement a graduated driving license system for newly licensed young drivers, which would limit the number of passengers they can carry.
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