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New rules for novice drivers aim to make roads safer
The UK is weighing a package of measures for newly licensed drivers, with tougher limits and checks to cut crashes.
2 October 2026 1 min read 0 views
The UK government is considering a set of rules aimed at novice drivers, with the goal of reducing the number of road accidents. Ideas on the table include stricter limits during the first months after passing the test and extra restrictions for younger motorists.
The focus is on the most fragile period, when inexperience and distraction can raise the risk of crashes. In Italy, the issue is familiar too: new drivers already face limits on power and speed, but the safety debate remains open.