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I renewed my licence at 70 and lost a lot of categories! This was during Covid and was impossible to get any resolution. If I submit a copy of my original licence will DVLA give me back my groups? I’ve...
I am waiting for another medical after being granted just a year after passing my last medical for alcohol abuse, will I get a longer licence the second time? I should have had my medical by now but still...
I am now 70 and still use my PCV licence. I sent my licence in for its annual renewal by registered post (signed for) on 24th April 2023 and it was received at DVLA on 26th April 2023. I still haven’t...
Is there still a backlog with the DVLA regarding re-issuing driving licences after medical clearance from a consultant. If so is it known how many cases are in the backlog and for how long?
With state pension age going up and life expectancy increasing, is it time to increase the licence renewal age from 70? It is quite conceivable that if the status quo remains that people of working age...
I have been waiting nearly a year for my driving licence to be renewed. And it's impossible to get through.
I have just turned 70. The expiry date on my licence at 4b (expiry date) shows 2023. Do I need to renew now or wait until next year? I have had no reminder. I tried to do it online anyway but a message...
I am due to renew my driving licence shortly, will I lose my C1E, D1 and D1E entitlement when I do?
I am 77 and my appearance has changed, do I have to pay for a new photo or is it free for the over 70s?
My driving licence is with the DVLA in order to be renewed, however I need to go abroad shortly and wondered if there is any way I can hire a car?