OLDER drivers have been given help to carry on driving for longer by Dorset Police.
Dorset Police said that older drivers are among the safest on the road - but that as people get older their reactions can be less swift and eyesight can change.
A series of meetings were held to listen to concerns and give safety advice - attended by PCC Martyn Underhill - who went along as a resident on a mobility scooter following a leg operation.
The sessions took place across Dorset including Weymouth and Dorchester.
Event organiser PC Heidi Moxam, road casualty reduction officer, said: “I was very impressed with the turn out.
"Drivers appreciated the opportunity to ask questions or check on driving habits in a relaxed and friendly environment. We definitely took away from the meetings the fact that drivers loved the opportunity to talk to other drivers of a similar age.”
Martyn Underhill, Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner, said: “I recently needed to use a mobility scooter following a leg operation, and so attended one of the Older Drivers Forum events to make sure I knew how to use it safely.
“Whether you use a car, motorbike or mobility scooter, I would encourage any older motorists to come along to any future events.”
For information visit www.olderdriversforum.com
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