Older drivers picked up some top tips at a very informative road safety conference aimed specifically at their demographic this Tuesday.
Kerry County Council and Age Friendly Kerry hosted the free-of-charge event at the Rose Hotel in Tralee and it ran from 10.30am to 2.00pm with a number of engaging guest speakers..
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The conference was organised by the local authority’s Road Safety Officer, Declan Keogh and speakers included representatives from Kerry County Council, An Garda Síochána, the Road Safety Authority, the Older People’s Council and a road safety consultant for older drivers.
Another guest speaker was former Kerry footballer and physiotherapist Donnchadh Walsh who gave great advice about keeping active which helps people to stay fit for driving.
“Older drivers have shared their experiences with me and with Kerry County Council in recent times, though meetings with Age Friendly Kerry and the Older People’s Council, and they have described some of what they encounter on the road,” said Declan Keogh.
“Some have recalled aggression, tailgating and being placed under pressure to move on while others had questions regarding losing their licence if it expires and what the requirements were on eyesight and medical tests for driving licences. This was the starting point for the conference,” he added.
Mr Keogh said it is important that every motorist is allowed to drive in a safe and appropriate manner, despite their age.
It is also just as important that drivers continue to drive in an independent and comfortable manner, in the knowledge that they are a competent driver.
Delegates received advice and guidance on how to improve and manage their driving skills and deal with other elements and road users along their journey.
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