We call on the government to require all new riders to pass the Driving Theory Test before Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) to ensure they understand road rules and hazards before riding unaccompanied.
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Make road safety lessons a mandatory part of the curriculum
I want the Government to introduce road safety education as a mandatory part of the curriculum in all schools. This should include lessons on crossing safely, cycling awareness, and understanding road signs. The aim is to reduce accidents involving children and improve long term public safety.
Introduce mandatory driving retests for drivers over the age of 70
We want the Government to introduce mandatory driving retests for drivers over the age of 70. We think this will make the road safer for everyone: motorcyclists, pedestrians and car users.
Allow test-free A2 to A motorcycle licence upgrades after two years
We should allow automatic A2 to full A licence upgrades for retaining an A2 licence for 2 years. The test for A2 and A are the same, and while the type of motorcycle is different, we feel the test doesn't address the extra power allowed on a 35 kW+ motorcycle.
Make it illegal to drive a moped without a full moped licence
The Government should introduce a law that requires all moped drivers to have a full moped licence to be able to drive on public roads.
Driver safety education needed on Highway Code
A post discusses the distinction between safe, responsible driving that follows the Highway Code and nervous driving. It addresses pressure from other drivers to exceed speed limits and the importance of lawful driving practices.
We call on the government to require all new riders to pass the Driving Theory Test before Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) to ensure they understand road rules and hazards before riding unaccompanied.
React
Members can read every reason.
Make road safety lessons a mandatory part of the curriculum
I want the Government to introduce road safety education as a mandatory part of the curriculum in all schools. This should include lessons on crossing safely, cycling awareness, and understanding road signs. The aim is to reduce accidents involving children and improve long term public safety.
Introduce mandatory driving retests for drivers over the age of 70
We want the Government to introduce mandatory driving retests for drivers over the age of 70. We think this will make the road safer for everyone: motorcyclists, pedestrians and car users.
Allow test-free A2 to A motorcycle licence upgrades after two years
We should allow automatic A2 to full A licence upgrades for retaining an A2 licence for 2 years. The test for A2 and A are the same, and while the type of motorcycle is different, we feel the test doesn't address the extra power allowed on a 35 kW+ motorcycle.
Make it illegal to drive a moped without a full moped licence
The Government should introduce a law that requires all moped drivers to have a full moped licence to be able to drive on public roads.
Driver safety education needed on Highway Code
A post discusses the distinction between safe, responsible driving that follows the Highway Code and nervous driving. It addresses pressure from other drivers to exceed speed limits and the importance of lawful driving practices.