The UK government has made a significant change in railway employment rules: starting December 2025, 18-year-olds can train to become train drivers. This marks a shift from the current minimum age of 20, opening up career opportunities for young people right after they finish school or college. Why This Matters The change comes as British railways face a pressing challenge. Nearly 90% of last-minute train cancellations happen because there aren’t enough drivers available. Making matters worse, about one-third of current train drivers will reach retirement age by 2029. The average train driver is 48 years old, highlighting the urgent need … Continue reading UK Lowers Train Driver Age to 18 to Tackle 87% Cancellation Rate and Looming Retirement Wave