Do you know if your condition affects your driving?
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is warning drivers that there are a number of conditions which could impact how they drive, and because of this, they need people to ensure they declare if they have any of the listed conditions. It says that if you have a condition which affects your driving and you don’t tell it, expect a hefty fine – or more.
Itwarns: “You need to tell DVLA about some medical conditions as they can affect your driving. You can be fined up to £1,000 if you do not tell DVLA about a medical condition that affects your driving.”
In addition to the listed conditions, it adds that you may choose to voluntarily give up your licence. You might choose to do this if, for example:
- your doctor tells you to stop driving for three months or more
- your medical condition affects your ability to drive safely and lasts for three months or more
- you do not meet the required standards for driving because of your medical condition
However, if you have a medical condition that affects your driving but don’t voluntarily give up your licence, you must inform the DVLA, which will decide if you can continue holding a driving licence. The GOV.The UK website lists a number of A-Z conditions. This applies to people across the UK whether you drive a car, motorcycle or van.
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D
E
F
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H
I
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O
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How do I declare my condition to the DVLA?
If you live in Northern Ireland, you can read how to do that here. In order to declare your condition if you live in the UK, you can do that here. The service is also available in Welsh (Cymraeg).
Before you begin, you’ll need to enter details about your current driving licence and your condition. Make sure you have this to hand before you begin and if you’re unsure how your condition affects you, contact your GP.
