We all know that many new teenage drivers are more likely than most to have an accident. The concept of this new scheme is to offer lessons at pre-driving age with the aim that it will be less likely for them to be involved in a road accident.

Driving lessons offered to South West London children in order to improve road …

“Children as young as 11 have the chance to take driving lessons when a nationwide programme comes to Westfield Shepherd’s Bush next week. Young Driver comes after ground-breaking research revealed that enabling youngsters to have driving lessons …South West Londoner”

Another day in Egypt!

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Time will tell if this new scheme has the desired effect but any movement towards improving road safety in this manner is a welcomed one. However, with the costs likely to be met by Mum & Dad, will this limit uptake? Should such schemes be Government subsidised? I think the former will be true for the majority and the latter most unlikely!