DGT confirms major driving licence changes for 2026 including new rules for young drivers and over 65s
New DGT regulations for 2026 introduce supervised driving for 17-year-olds and more frequent licence renewals for motorists over 65.
New DGT regulations for 2026 introduce supervised driving for 17-year-olds and more frequent licence renewals for motorists over 65.
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