Can poor vision affect us when driving?

Most optometrists in the UK have seen a patient in the last month who continues to drive despite being told their vision does not meet the legal standard, new poll data has revealed.

Almost six in every 10 (56%) said they have a patient who remains on the UK’s roads regardless of their poor vision – a sharp increase from four in 10 in 2019. While half of these (51%) say they have more than one patient who continues to drive illegally.

The research comes from the Association of Optometrists, as it calls for all drivers to be required by law to have their vision checked when they first apply for a licence, and when renewing their driving licence. Every 10 years for most people and every three years for those over 70.

Aston spoke to Adam Sampson, chief executive of Association of Optometrists.

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