Andy Burnham government considering driving licence change with three DWP benefits affected

NewsMidlands NewsAndy BurnhamThe Department for Transport may introduce changes10:44, 07 Aug 2026Andy Burnham's government is considering a driving rule change with people on three Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) at risk of being caught up in the shake-up.‌Under the Labour Party government, the Department for Transport may introduce changes for drivers over age 70. Motorists could face eye checks each and every time they renew their licence, which would be compulsory.‌But in the consultation documentation, the DfT admits the change could be rolled out for age groups UNDER this threshold, and they could use the NHS free eye tests to implement the changes. Currently, people on three DWP benefits get free eye tests: Jobseekers Allowance, or JSA, Pension Credit or Universal Credit and m