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Three grieving mothers from the West Midlands are advocating for graduated driving licenses in England, following the loss of their teenage children in fatal car crashes. Northern Ireland is set to implement such licenses on October 1st, but the UK governments road safety consultation does not yet include this measure. The moms argue that this is a neglected issue, as road crashes are the leading cause of death for young adults globally. The Department for Transport has proposed better preparation for new drivers, such as extended learning periods and lower alcohol limits, rather than broad bans on passengers or night driving. The consultation period has been extended to May, covering topics like eye tests for older drivers. The mothers urge the public to share their thoughts on the governments website to potentially save young lives.

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