Rejected petition change age of driving to 15/16 rather than 18

Many 16-year-olds are restricted on what they can do, as they are unable to drive places, and some people live in areas where there are no buses or public transport, and all rely on parents or carers to take them places.

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Reduce age limit for holding a full driving licence to 16 with restrictions
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/733742

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Date submitted 3 October 2025
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