Lancashire County Council is hosting a webinar focused on supporting older road users to remain safe, active and independent for longer.
With an ageing population, understanding the challenges faced by older drivers has never been more important. This webinar will equip medical professionals, road safety professionals, public health practitioners and emergency services with vital knowledge and tools to make a real difference in your community.
Date: Wednesday 16 September 2026
Time: 09.30am – 12.30am
What you will learn:
- How eyesight, health and medication affect driving.
- Key road safety updates for older drivers.
- How we can work together to support safer journeys.
Hear from:
- Dr Sakthi Karunanithi, Director of Public Health and Wellbeing at Lancashire County Council
- Ruth Purdie OBE, Chief Executive of UKROEd and The Road Safety Trust
- Rob Heard MBE, Road Safety Consultant
- DS Helen Parkinson, Lancashire Constabulary
- Deborah Hall and Alison Hankinson, Lancashire County Council
Click here to register for the webinar.
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