Driving licence amendment

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Wed 1 Feb 2012 22:28
Driving licence amendment - rich1608

Hi

Is it possible to 'insure' against the DVLA messing up my driving licence (losing entitlements etc..) if I send it off for amendment? I want the 01 restriction removed (need to wear glasses) as I want to learn to ride a motorbike. This came about as I clicked the wrong box when upgrading to a photocard licence; I've always worn glasses but don't need to as I can easily read a number plate at 20.5 metres without glasses and would rather not wear them with a helmet. I rang the DVLA and they said they will issue a new photocard for free (!) but after all the publicity over their mistakes and people having to re-take tests etc.. I'm wary of sending it off.

Cheers,

Rich :)

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Wed 1 Feb 2012 23:21
Driving licence amendment - tony g
Hi,Rich

Keep a photocopy before you send it off .

If you get involved in any disputes you would then have proof of your entitlements .

Tony g
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Thu 2 Feb 2012 08:59
Driving licence amendment - skidpan

How does this work? I have worn spectacles since I was 7 and cannot safely navigate the house without wearing them. Whenever I buy a new helmet ensuring I can comfortably and easilly put on/take off my spectacles is and always has been a top priority, the padding in some prevents it. Is there a new law that prevents me from wearing specatcles when wearing a helmet.

On one occation (when none of his stock was suitable) the salesman told me to cut the sides off and tie them on with a piece of string "they all do it sir".

Last time I bought one the only suitable helmet was just about the most expensive in the shop (£400) and I know you only get one head but it was way above my budget. Just as I was leaving he offered to do it for £200, absolute bargain.

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