Uiwang City to Distribute 200,000 Won to Elderly Drivers Surrendering Licenses...100% Increase

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Kim Choong-young] Uiwang City announced on the 27th that it will expand the 'Elderly Driver License Voluntary Surrender Support Program' to prevent accidents involving elderly drivers and create a safer traffic environment.

The city has previously provided 100,000 won in regional currency to elderly drivers aged 65 and over who voluntarily surrender their licenses, but starting September 1, it will raise the amount by 100% to expand payments to 200,000 won.

This is a response to the recent increase in traffic accidents caused by elderly drivers. The city is moving quickly to expand incentives compared to other cities and counties to reduce accidents by elderly drivers and encourage the use of public transportation.

In addition, through a business agreement with the Uiwang Police Station, the police station will implement a one-stop service where gift certificates can be received immediately upon surrender, enhancing convenience for those surrendering their licenses.

Mayor Kim Sung-je of Uiwang City said, "Surrendering a license is not merely a choice, but an important decision for elderly drivers to contribute to creating a safe traffic environment," and added, "We will continue to make efforts to discover policies to ensure traffic safety for citizens and protect the mobility rights of our elderly residents."