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Waiting six months for my medical driving licence - what can I do?

I have been waiting for nearly six months to get my new licence back, the medical team are so slow. My new employer is getting impatient that I have no licence as their insurance company need to see a valid licence. What should I do?

Asked on 25 November 2022 by John Harris

Answered by Sarah Tooze

I would suggest making a formal complaint to the DVLA about the delay with your licence application. Failing that, you could also try writing to your local MP.

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