High risk offenders will be required, by the Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (the DVLA), to take an independent medical examination conducted by a DVLA appointed doctor before a driving licence will be issued.
The DVLA medical examination will consist of a medical questionnaire, a CDT blood test and any further tests deemed appropriate.
The DVLA will usually not provide you with the result of your CDT blood test over the telephone. In order for the DVLA to give you this information you will need to make a subject access request in writing. You can make a subject access in writing by either post or email. Email: subjectaccess.requests@dvla.gov.uk Postal … Read more
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is a Government executive agency sponsored by the Department of Transport. The DVLA are responsible for the registration and licensing of both drivers and vehicles in Great Britain. How to make a DVLA medical complaint Appealing a DVLA decision in court They are also responsible for ensuring that … Read more
You may need to contact the DVLA medical department if you have a medical condition or disability you need to tell them about. You may need to contact the DVLA medical department if you have an enquiry relating to a medical condition or disability the DMG (Drivers Medical Group) are currently assessing. You can contact … Read more
Can I drive under section 88 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 while awaiting the outcome of a DVLA medical? Convicted drink drivers classified as high risk offenders can not drive under section 88 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 if they were disqualified on or after 1st June 2013. This is because the law … Read more
Do I need to have a DVLA medical in order to get my driving licence after being disqualified for drink driving? Only those classed as ‘high risk offenders’ will need to take and pass a DVLA medical before a driving licence will be issued to them after their disqualification has ended. You will be classed … Read more