Chris Bennett: Taking action on clear and present danger

Passing the buck back to optometrists in practice seems to be the default option for tough issues but there is an opportunity with driving for optics to show its worth.

Driving and vision (see In Focus) is an issue where there is virtually universal agreement that there are people driving cars on our roads with inadequate eyesight but the professional bodies and regulator have failed to take a stand.

Individuals, companies and organisations are pointing out the problem but tough and decisive action is needed to reach a solution. When the solution means people not dying on our roads then something needs to be said.