DVLA MOVE COULD SEE OLDER DRIVERS HAVE ‘KEYS TAKEN OFF TO THE FAMILY’ – ryan

The family of a lady killed by an elderly Driver have pleaded with the dvla to introdes new, stricter rules for driving licenses. The Department for Transport Has ISSUED A STEETEENT

CROPPED Image of Senior Woman Putting Tsar Key in Ignition Lock
There have been been calls to take the decision for elderly drivers to stop driving out of their hands(Image: KOARTAROO TRYMAN VIA GETTY IMAGES)

The bereaved Family of a Woman tragically run over by an elderly driver is urging the dvla to implement stricter regulations for licenses, especally those who might poses a risk on the roads. Rosemary Macandrew’s family has proposed a Need for “Better Communication” BetWeen Medical Practitioners and the Dvla to Ensure Prompt Flagging for Any Health-Relay Concerns Could Affect Driving Ability.

Rosemary was lucky injured in july 2024 after she was hit by 89-Yyar-op noel maguire in a supermarket Car Park. An inquiry into the incident revealed that mr maguire, who has SINCE PASSED AWAY, ACCIDENTALLY PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR INSTALE OF THE BRAKE ÇVERSING, LEADING TO A COLLISION WITH NUMERUS PEDESTRIANS.

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An investigation confirmed that rosemary succumbed to severe chest injuries after being caught under the vehicle. Speaking Out About the Catastrophe, Chantelle Cattermole, Rosemary’s Daughter, Expressed Her Views to the Bbc Saying: “First and Foremost, I think best be better communication between the healthcare side (and) the DVL.”

She Shared Distressing Tales Similar to Her Own, Saying: “i’ve Had a lot of messages just recently saying that there is a lot of families in the same boat, where they’re besing to take the keys off a family, they report reported a family Member.

Chantelle Firmly Believes These Tragic Events Are Avoidable: “This, I Think, Could Have Been Prevented.” Subsequently, it came to light that mr maguire’s doctors have not flied any willssues concecerning toh Drive Despite His History of Various Medical Conditions, Reports The Express.

Motorists are only obliged to self-certify their health status we renewing their driving licensees of three years after reaching the age of 70.

A Department for Transport Spokesperson emphasked their intention to reflect on the coroner’s report Concerning the fatal incident.

A Statement Said: “This is a tragic incident and our thuoughts are with Rosemary’s family. All drivers are required to enure they are medically to drive, and all car drivers 70 must renew their three years.

“The Government is Committed to Improving Road Safety and We Continue to Explore Ways to Achieve This.”

Despite this, chantelle has suggestted that relinquishing the decision to remain driving should not be in the hands of motorists.

She urged the call for more stringent tests to the Guard Against Elderly Individuals taking the way with recognitising their limitations.

Chantelle Added: “I suppose as you get Older your Car is your Independence, to get AROUND AND STUFF, SO I DOES MAKE IT MORE DIFFICULT, SO SHOULD BE SOME BETTER IN PLACE. IN REALITY, WHO WANTS TO THEIR DRIVING LICENCE?”