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Thread #87594 Message #2058915
Posted By: Dave the Gnome
23-May-07 - 07:43 AM
Thread Name: BS: Older Drivers are Killers
Subject: RE: BS: Older Drivers are Killers
The program did say, worryingly, that mile for mile drivers over 70 had more accidents than anyone and the accidents were more likely to be serious. A guy on there also said, very sensibly, that age should be no bar from driving. Better to measure ability. It is wrong that the over 70's should have to take a test after an accident and those under that age can carry on regardless. If it was up to me anyone causing an accident or having a motoring conviction against them should automaticaly be re-tested.
I don't think the program should be cause for much serious debate though. How can introducing a feminist comedian as presenter represent a serious attempt at addressing the subject?