Context
In response to the news that Northern Ireland will become the first part of the UK to introduce graduated driver licensing for new drivers, the ABI has responded positively.
Key points to note and next actions
- The ABI believes that the move represents significant progress in improving road safety by reducing the risks faced by young and novice drivers.
- Many of the measures outlined, including a minimum learning period and targeted passenger restrictions, are consistent with the evidence which the ABI, and others, have presented to help improve safety for more inexperienced motorists.
- The ABI looks forward to engaging with the Department for Infrastructure as the detail is finalised, and to continuing its work with policymakers across the UK to support practical measures that make roads safer for everyone.