A fatal crash involving an 89-year-old driver in 2011 has sparked calls for stricter driving laws and mandatory retesting for motorists over 70. The incident highlights concerns about the safety of older drivers and the effectiveness of the current self-certification system.
Six million Brits could have to retake their driving test, as campaigners call for a change to the law after a fatal crash.
Before he smashed into Neil Colqhuhoun, 28, Vauxhall Vectra, killing him as his car collided with another vehicle and burst into flames. He drove for about a mile the wrong way at 60mph in the fast lane along the dual carriageway while other motorists flashed their lights and beeped their horns. Pictured: the scene of the crash in 2011
Almost six million people aged 71-100 have UK driving licenses, with the oldest woman being 105 and the oldest man being 108. Speaking outside court, Mr Colquhoun's mother Patricia said that the doctor should not have been behind the wheel.
DRIVING TEST ELDERLY DRIVERS TRAFFIC SAFETY ROAD ACCIDENTS SELF-CERTIFICATION
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