Petition

Allow children from the age of 15 to drive to and from school

Rejected 10 signatures

What the petition asks

Allow children to independently transport themselfs to their place of study and back from the age of 15 to enable a sense of independence earlier within their lifespan.
Allowing 15-year-olds to drive to and from school promotes responsibility and independence. This age is a crucial time for developing life skills, and driving helps teens learn time management and self-discipline. It also eases logistical challenges for families, reducing the burden on parents who often juggle work and transportation duties. Additionally, more teens driving can alleviate traffic congestion around schools, creating safer environments. Empowering young people to drive fosters a culture of responsible driving, preparing them for adulthood while enhancing community dynamics.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

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Change the legal driving age to 15: Change the legal driving age to 15

Timeline

1 Feb 2025 Petition opened for signatures
19 Mar 2025 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 10
Status Rejected
Rejected 19 Mar 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Aug 2026.