Written questions

Driving Licences: Health

Commons · Question 56453 · Tabled 2 Jun 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 9 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Vikki Slade

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the effectiveness of the DVLA self-reporting process for (a) age-related and (b) other health conditions.

Answer

Answered by Lilian Greenwood, 9 Jun 2025

The law requires all driving licence holders, regardless of age, to notify the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) of any medical condition that could affect their fitness to drive. When renewing their driving entitlement at the age of 70, licence ...