Born in 1946 and brought up in Cupar, Fife, I was educated at the local school - 
Stewart Stevenson MSP has welcomed the launch of the 'Pass-Plus' scheme for young drivers in the North east today. But with the tragic toll of young drivers' lives in the North east, it is disappointing that drivers will have to pay £15 to enter the scheme.
Speaking today in Peterhead, Mr. Stevenson said:
"I have repeatedly called for new innovative measures to support young drivers to improve their skills and reduce the death toll on northern roads. While support for this scheme in the North east is welcome - I would prefer to see it open to all young drivers at no cost.
"I am putting some of my money where my mouth is, and the first ten under-25 year-olds who have passed their test within the last twelve months in Banff & Buchan constituency will have their £15 fee for entering the 'Pass-Plus' scheme paid for by me.
"I hope that this idea will be taken up by others, and by the Scottish Executive, to ensure that as many young people as possible can make use of this scheme."
for further information click on Pass-Plus
