Leaders Unlocked
The Young Drivers' Commission: empowering young people to reshape the way we educate, train, test and license
Amount awarded
£50,000
Due to complete
2027
Making roads safer for…
Young Drivers
Project summary
Young driver safety remains a major challenge, with nearly 5,000 people killed or seriously injured in 2024 in crashes involving at least one young driver. Despite known solutions, progress has stalled due to complex and contested policy debates. This pilot aims to unlock action by bringing young people and policymakers together in constructive dialogue.
The Young Drivers’ Commission will support young people to explore the issues, engage with evidence, conduct peer research and present recommendations directly to decision-makers. Delivered with national and local partners, the pilot will establish three local Commissions and one national body focused on education, training, testing and licensing.