Drivers in the UK could face fines of £1,000 and penalty points for not meeting eyesight standards. Regulations require that drivers read a number plate from 20 meters and maintain a visual acuity of at least 0.5 on the Snellen scale.

Research shows many drivers fail to update their glasses prescriptions, putting themselves and others at risk. Experts are advocating for more thorough eye tests to ensure that all motorists have sufficient vision for safe driving.

The Digest, 3/25/2025 @100AM, CDT

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