Vehicle Number Plates
Commons · Question 26915 · Tabled 3 Sep 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 8 Sep 2026
Question
Asked by Grahame Morris
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she plans to introduce enhanced screening and background checks for vehicle registration plate suppliers, including criminal record checks where appropriate.
Answer
Answered by Justin Madders, 8 Sep 2026
The Government recognises the impact of number plate crime and is committed to addressing this issue. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) works closely with police forces and the National Police Chiefs’ Council to improve the identification and...