Free Mature Drivers Event (Posted 29/09/2026):
Free Mature Drivers Event – 14 October 2026 – DIRFT (Daventry)
I am writing on behalf of Northamptonshire Police, working in partnership with Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service, North Northamptonshire Council, West Northamptonshire Council, and the Office of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, as the Northamptonshire Safer Roads Alliance (NSRA).
We are running a FREE Mature Driver Roadshow at The Hub at DIRFT, Dirft Drive, Crick, NN6 7GZ, on Wednesday 14 October, and would be very grateful if you could help us promote the event by sharing it with your members, networks, or via your social media channels:
Free Mature Driver Event – DIRFT, Crick
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Are you a mature driver aged 60+?
Do you live in Northamptonshire and rely on driving to stay independent?
This free event is designed especially for you.
Driving plays an important role in everyday life, and as part of the Northamptonshire Safer Roads Alliance, we are keen to help mature drivers stay safer on the roads for longer. While driving ability can change over time for many reasons, particularly as we get older, recognising and adapting to these changes can help keep both drivers and other road users safe.
This Mature Drivers event is aimed at drivers aged 60+ and will cover a wide range of topics related to safe driving, including:
* Practical advice and safety information
* Opportunities to reflect on how driving needs may change over time
* FREE hints and tips driving sessions, available to book and delivered by Northampton Advanced Motorists at a convenient date
Our aim is simple: to help mature drivers drive safely, confidently, and for longer.
Event details
The Hub at DIRFT, Dirft Drive, Crick, NN6 7GZ
what3words: ///holiday.twinkling.lofts
Two sessions available: 10 am and 1 pm
Places are limited and attendance is strictly by booking only.
Book your free tickets via Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/northants-mature-driver-roadshows-4099083
Request for Research Project Participants, from a trainee Clinical Psychologist: (Posted 01/09/2026)
I am a trainee clinical psychologist from the University of Oxford and working within Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
U3A have very kindly previously shared my research project with members, and I am hoping I could ask the same favour just once more. The research is looking at worry in people aged 65+.
The study involves completing a questionnaire either via an online link or via a telephone/video call with myself and takes up to 30 minutes. Participants are offered a shopping voucher to thank them for their time.
We are struggling for recruitment, which is a shame as I think it is such an important area for research. Your members have been very supportive when the study was shared previously, hence me reaching out again.
If you think you might be happy to share with your members again, please do email me and I am happy to discuss further and share the relevant information. Please reply to Jessica Plumbridge ( jessica.plumbridge@hmc.ox.ac.uk ).
Best wishes
Jessica Plumbridge
Trainee Clinical Psychologist (Final Year)
University of Oxford
Working within Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
East of Brackley 2890 home development (posted 01/09/2026)
Please visit Brackley Town Council website if you have any comments on the East of Brackley 2890 home development. (Have Your Say, Policy NESS013).
Are You Ageing Well? (Posted 01/02/2026)
Please see the NHS poster below, if you are interested the contact email is on the poster.
