It has been a legal requirement since the 1970s that all seats in vehicles are fitted with seat belts. However, there are exemptions, which are shortened here for ease of reading (please visit www.dft.gov.uk for more detailed legislation):
- a person who has a medical certificate, which states that on medical grounds it is not advisable for them to wear a seat belt (including for pregnancy).
- for drivers of vehicles performing manoeuvres which include reversing (three point turn) this includes a qualified driver supervising a learner driver performing manoeuvres including reversing.
- the users of vehicles which have been adapted for the use of delivery of goods or mail to consumers or addressees whilst engaged in making local rounds of deliveries (postman, milkman) as long as do not drive for more than 50 metres.
- a disabled person who is wearin