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A WREXHAM optician is calling on drivers to take care of their eyes as part of a national safety campaign.

Five people die every day on the UKs roads on average and someone is injured every four minutes - with drivers eyesight often playing a contributory factor, according to Specsavers.

Research shows that poor vision increases a drivers risk of crashing as it limits their ability to recognise hazards and impacts reaction time.

That is why this Road Safety Week (November 16 to 22), road safety charity Brake has partnered with Specsavers to raise awareness of the importance of looking after our sight, particularly when driving.

John Kamaluddin, store director at Specsavers Wrexham, said: "Having good eyesight is one of the most basic requirements of safe driving.

"It means drivers will be able to spot potential dangers, see pedestrians and other vehicles, read road signs and judge speed, distance and movement. Without this, there can be catastrophic consequences on the road.

"While an eye test plays a part in being granted your drivers licence in that you must be able to read a number plate from 20 meters away eyesight can change over time, especially as we get older.

"This is why it is so important to have regular eye checks, not only to address any changes in short or long-sightedness but also because an optician can spot sight-threatening conditions that you may not be aware of, such as cataracts, macular degeneration or glaucoma."

Research during lockdown found that cyclists and pedestrians faced almost double the risk of being seriously injured on city roads, caused by drivers increasing their speed due to a decrease in congestion with the same effects potentially happening in other cities throughout the country.

Joshua Harris, Brake director of campaigns, said: Its self-evident that one of the fundamental for safe driving is good eyesight and being able to see the road ahead clearly.

"The earlier a driver can spot a hazard on the road, the quicker they will be able to stop and avoid a crash. When it comes to safe driving, good eyesight and safe speed go hand-in-hand, thats why were delighted to be partnering with Specsavers on Road Safety Week 2020 under the theme No Need to Speed."

Motorists are being encouraged to make sure to discuss any difficulties with their optician so that they can ensure they have the right lenses to suit their needs and lifestyle.

For more information visit https://www.specsavers.co.uk/glasses/glasses-lenses/anti-glare-driving-glasses-road-safety

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Opticians advise Wrexham residents to keep their eyes on the road - LeaderLive

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