Raising the Driving Age

In an unprecedented show of unity and support, Parliament allowed the introduction of Peter's bill to raise the driving age from 15 to 16 years old in Ooctober '07.

The move was met with overwhelming support from the public with some polls indicating as many as 87% of the country thought it was a good idea that fourth formers not be allowed behind the wheel.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Hon Peter Dunne's Keynote Address to ALAC Working Together Conference 2010

Telstra Events Centre, Manukau
9.40am, Thursday, 6 May 2010

Key points:

  • “… while many people drink without harming themselves or others, the misuse of alcohol by some results in considerable health, social and economic costs”.
  • “…the Government’s focus...

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