Require first aid training for all new drivers

Closed 95 signatures

What the petition asks

We urge the Government to legislate to make first aid training a mandatory part of the driving test process. We believe new drivers should be equipped with basic life-saving skills to improve road safety and provide immediate help in emergencies.

Making first aid training mandatory for new drivers could equip thousands with life-saving skills, increasing the chances of survival after road accidents. With more trained individuals on the road, we believe emergency response times can be improved, potentially saving lives before paramedics arrive. We believe this policy could promote public safety, align with road safety goals, empower citizens to act in critical moments, and increase cardiac arrest survival rates.

Timeline

15 Aug 2025	Petition opened for signatures
15 Feb 2026	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 95

Status Closed

Department Department for Transport

Opened 15 Aug 2025

Closed 15 Feb 2026

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