http://newsvote.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_po...te_Driving_age

there are suggestions that the minimum age for driving may becaome 18 and drivers should have to undergo more rigerous tests and restrictions.

while I think this is a good idea, I think that the figures are misleading.

http://newsvote.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/6247732.stm

looking at this related story, we find that 25% of driver deaths are under 25 meaning that 75% are 26 and over.

isn't it more likely that inexperienced drivers will make more mistakes and while I agree with the proposals, it will always remain the case?

I would suggest restricting drivers with less than 3 years driving experience to a maximum litreage of 1.1 and power of 50 hp to slow the little buggers down. we also need to have a insurance scheme that young drivers can afford because £1000 for a baby car is taking the piss and encouraging them to drive without it.