Consultation outcome

Extending the validity period of medically restricted licences

From:: Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Published: 6 March 2014

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Consultation report: Extended period licensing for medically restricted driving licences

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Detail of outcome

The overall reaction to the consultation was positive, with 81.4% of replies agreeing with the proposal.

Ministers have taken into consideration the comments made in response to the consultation.

Original consultation

Consultation description

The DVLA is considering whether to extend the maximum period for driving licences restricted on medical grounds beyond 3 years, where the medical condition is suitable for this longer review period. Each case would be assessed individually and on its own merits, thus minimising any road safety risk. An amendment to section 99 (1) (b) of the Road Traffic Act 1988 could allow for this increased flexibility.

The DVLA does not wish to restrict the proposed change in validity periods to any one medical condition and would want, where expert medical opinion and EU law.

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