The College and RAC welcome Government decision to commission independent study into headlight glare
RAC research shows as many as eight in 10 drivers are affected.
Professor Leon Davies FCOptom
President of The College of Optometrists
"We are delighted the Government has agreed to investigate headlight glare. We look forward to supporting the creation of the independent survey and working with the Government and all relevant bodies to enable a safer driving experience for all."
Rod Dennis
RAC's Senior PR & Public Affairs Officer
“The fact the Government has listened to drivers’ concerns and heeded our calls to examine the complex issue of headlight glare in more detail marks a real turning point.
“Brighter headlights, while giving drivers a better view of the road ahead, are clearly causing other road users significant problems. As many as nine-in-10 drivers tell us they believe at least some car headlights are too bright, while 14% of drivers aged 65+ say they have stopped driving altogether as a result of being dazzled.
“We look forward to working with the Department of Transport to help ensure the study is as robust as possible and drivers’ voices are heard.”
The Baroness Hayter of Kentish Town
“This is a victory for all those drivers affected by glare who’ve complained to their MP, signed the parliamentary petition, or indeed sought help from an optometrist – only to discover the problem was with headlights, and not their eyes. This is an issue the RAC has long campaigned on and I am delighted the Government has recognised there is a real problem. We look forward to discussing its research in due course.”