PCC funding helps provide subsidised courses for mature drivers

Mature drivers will able to book onto an innovative course that helps increase confidence and sharpen skills at a discounted price, thanks to Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion.  

Delivered by IAM RoadSmart, in partnership with West Mercia Police’s Road Safety Team, the Mature Driver Review which normally costs £86.50, has been reduced to £20 for the first 300 sign-ups – following £15,000 of funding through the PCC’s latest road safety grant. 

The 1-hour review is carried out by an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) in the motorist’s own car, from their home address, on roads familiar to them, and they can take a relative or friend if they prefer – offering a trusted, impartial appraisal of driving skills. 

To book your Mature Driver Review, call 0300 303 1134 and quote code ‘WMP (eligible for those living in Herefordshire, Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Worcestershire).  

To receive the subsidised rate, courses must be booked over the phone. This is a limited offer, and bookings are available on a first-come-first-served basis. 

PCC John Campion said: “Road safety is one of the biggest areas of concern for people living and working in West Mercia, and I know from the correspondence I receive how devastating harm on our roads can be for families and communities. 

“I’m determined to play my part in reducing the number of fatalities on our roads, which is why I am committed to supporting initiatives that help deliver on the three Es of education, engineering and enforcement.” 

Superintendent Stuart Bill, West Mercia Police, said “Reducing the amount of people killed or seriously injured on our roads remains a key priority for the force.  

“With more drivers on the roads until an older age and being a largely rural geographical force area, we will continue to work alongside our partners to do all we can to educate mature drivers about how to keep driving safer for longer and how to recognise the signs of when to retire from driving.  

“Thanks to this funding, mature drivers are able to take advantage of a great offer which will provide them with honest, impartial and practical advice which could make a significant difference in their driving skills as well as improve their confidence on the roads.”