02/11/2026
Good vision is vital to safe driving. Here are our top tips to help you see clearly when driving.
When to see your optometrist
You should visit your optometrist if you notice any changes. Even if you do not notice any changes in your vision, we recommend regular eye examinations to make sure your eyes are healthy and you are seeing as clearly and comfortably as possible. For most people, we recommend an eye examination at least every two years.
The standards
The line on the optometrist’s sight test chart that you must be able to read is the 6/12 line. Your optometrist will be able to tell you if you can read it, and if you need to wear your glasses to do so. The second test that you must pass to be able to drive is to read a registration plate (in the style introduced in 2001) from 20 metres away. You can check this yourself at home.
You must tell the DVLA if: You can no longer meet the vision standards for driving, or if a condition or disability has got worse since you got your licence www.gov.uk/driving-medical-conditions Driving when you are medically unfit to do so is a criminal offence, and you could face a fine of up to £1,000. You could be putting yourself or others at risk.
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29/10/2026
The Deputy Minister for Transport, Mark Hooper, has welcomed new figures showing a continued fall in road collisions and casualties across Wales, with clear reductions seen on roads with 20mph and 30mph speed limits.
Figures for April to June 2026 show 19% fewer collisions and 20% fewer casualties on all roads in Wales compared with the same quarter in 2025. On 20mph and 30mph roads combined, collisions were down 22% and casualties down 20% over the same period.
Compared with the same quarter in 2023, before the 20mph default speed limit was introduced, collisions on 20mph and 30mph roads combined are down 37% and casualties are down 35%.
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28/10/2026
A series of warrants linked to reports of bikes being ridden illegally have been executed by South Wales Police.
The warrants are part of Op Grebe, which focuses on bikes – including electric bikes, motorcycles, and off-road bikes – being ridden illegally. These occurred across Cardiff, Pontypridd, Merthyr Tydfil and Swansea, saw bikes seized for destruction, and arrests for drug offences in connection.
Results included:
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27/10/2026
If you're completely new to riding, or if you're looking to upgrade to the bike you've always dreamed of, www.walesbybike.com will tell you everything you need to know.
The first thing you'll need is a provisional 'Category A' licence from the
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).
- If you don’t have a provisional licence you can apply here
- However, if you already have a full car licence you may have provisional 'Category A' included on your current licence - you can check here
Always ensure you apply for your provisional licence directly with the DVLA.
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26/10/2026
Twenty-one people were arrested and 12 vehicles recovered across South Wales as officers joined a nationwide week of action targeting organised vehicle crime. The activity formed part of Operation Alliance, a coordinated UK-wide crackdown on organised criminal networks involved in vehicle theft and related offending.
During the operation, South Wales Police officers also recovered electronic devices used to facilitate keyless vehicle thefts, along with suspected stolen property including golf clubs and guitars. Among the force’s results, a 39-year-old man in Swansea was arrested and charged with two vehicle theft offences, while a 27-year-old man in Cardiff was arrested and charged with four thefts from motor vehicles.
The South Wales Police activity contributed to a significant national effort involving 32 police forces and partners from across the UK. During the week-long operation, more than 100 warrants were executed, over 285 arrests were made, and 319 stolen vehicles worth an estimated £2.6 million were recovered.
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26/10/2026
With Halloween approaching, anyone out and about in the dark trick-or-treating needs to be aware of the extra risks that arise as darker nights set in. Children, accompanying adults, and anyone driving on the day need to be safe and be seen and stay alert to road conditions, particularly if the weather is poor.
When trick-or-treating:
- Keep an eye on your children at all times, particularly when crossing road and reinforce the Green Cross Code rules
- Reflective tape on children’s Halloween costumes and bags can help them stand out in the glow of vehicle headlights
- If you live in an area without streetlights, carry a flashlight
- Take extra care if children are wearing costumes that restrict their vision and be careful with longer costumes that may cause them to stumble or trip
- Use well-lit designated crossing points when crossing the road and don’t cross where visibility is poor.
When driving:
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26/10/2026
Mid Wales is set to receive almost £13.1 million in Regional Transport Funding for 2027/28, enabling the continued delivery of key projects and priorities identified within the Mid Wales Regional Transport Plan.
The funding represents a significant vote of confidence in the region's collaborative approach to transport planning and delivery and will support a wide range of improvements across Ceredigion and Powys. Importantly, this latest allocation follows a similarly substantial level of funding secured by the region in 2026/27, marking a significant increase in investment compared with previous years and reflecting the growing momentum behind transport improvements in Mid Wales.
The funding will be used to deliver and develop projects across a number of priority areas, including:
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21/10/2026
Nearly 450 young people across Carmarthenshire have taken part in road safety events at the start of the new academic year as part of efforts to reduce deaths and serious injuries on the county's roads.
Between 2022 and 2024, 102 people aged 17 to 24 were killed or seriously injured on Carmarthenshire roads, accounting for around a quarter of all those killed or seriously injured in the county during that period.
To help tackle the issue, Carmarthenshire County Council's Road Safety Team has delivered a programme of activities aimed at improving awareness of road risks and encouraging safer driving behaviours among young people.
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19/10/2026
Motorists across North Wales are being urged to check their tyres are legal, roadworthy and ready for the challenging winter months, as colder temperatures, wet roads and darker evenings increase the importance of vehicle safety.
October is National Tyre Safety Month – organised by charity TyreSafe, the annual campaign encourages road users to regularly check their tyres on a regular basis.
Although the campaign raises awareness through education, anyone found to be driving with illegal tyres could face three penalty points on their licence, and a potential fine of up to £2,500 per tyre.
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16/10/2026
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) has introduced dedicated first aid bags in Service vehicles for incident commanders, strengthening its ability to protect communities and save lives. Developed in partnership with CorrMed, the STRIKE pouches have been designed to meet the demands of fire service response and tested with frontline response teams. The bags will be carried in all Station Manager and Group Manager vehicles. These officers are often mobile in our Service area as well as available to attend operational incidents and may also encounter members of the public requiring urgent medical assistance while carrying out their duties.
Station Manager Adam Place, whose original idea led to the initiative, said: “Although I’ve moved on from my time as a firefighter, this innovation enables me and other managers across the Service to continue saving lives. Having this equipment readily available means we can provide immediate assistance when every second counts.”
The STRIKE pouch contains essential life-saving equipment, including airway and breathing equipment, critical bleeding kits and trauma dressings, enabling officers to provide immediate care in critical situations. CorrMed, a market leader in medical bag design, has shaped its range of medical bags through extensive consultation and testing with emergency responders to ensure they are durable, practical and operationally effective.
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