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Advised to withdraw my appeal at hearing?

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  • sunnyone
    sunnyone Posts: 4,716 Forumite
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    You have never made any sort of error when driving. I'm impressed or you are telling porkies.


    Oh really? You don't know that for a fact so that there is an error of judgement, making an assumption. I thought you didn't make mistakes or errors of judgement or is that only when driving?

    Your the one making assumptions, you dont know me or why I am the way I am, I didnt drive for 7 years after the crash even thought I wasnt driving, I have Asperges (the DVLA are aware from a professional report about all my conditions) and I just couldnt drive, even alone to start with, PTSD is still lurking as adjustment disorder 20 years later.

    I am a safe driver who has informed everyone whom I have to legally inform, so go and pick on the illegal driver with no licence or insurance like the Op.
  • spherelance
    spherelance Posts: 84 Forumite
    sunnyone wrote: »
    Your the one making assumptions, you dont know me
    And you don't know the OP so your argument against them is drivel and proof of another error of judgement.
    sunnyone wrote: »
    I am a safe driver who has informed everyone whom I have to legally inform, so go and pick on the illegal driver with no licence or insurance like the Op.
    Another assumption, the OP has a condition they need to inform the DVLA about, that condition doesn't automatically invalidate your license or insurance.

    For someone who claims to have never made a mistake or error of judgement your recent posts suggest otherwise but I can tell you are angry (poor self discipline, road rage anyone?) so I'll leave you to have the last word.

    I don't value your spite filled opinion much anyway.
  • sunnyone
    sunnyone Posts: 4,716 Forumite
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    And you don't know the OP so your argument against them is drivel and proof of another error of judgement.


    Another assumption, the OP has a condition they need to inform the DVLA about, that condition doesn't automatically invalidate your license or insurance.

    For someone who claims to have never made a mistake or error of judgement your recent posts suggest otherwise but I can tell you are angry (poor self discipline, road rage anyone?) so I'll leave you to have the last word.

    I don't value your spite filled opinion much anyway.

    The truth is you MUST infom Swansea of Bi polar, I posted the link and she so she is driving around without a licence and insurance till she informs them, its not rocket science and its not up to anyone but her to do it, her excuses are pathetic and im just pleased she hasnt hurt herself or anyone else while she has been illegally driving.

    They may allow her to have a licence if she is considered safe, if not it will be taken from her, not my or your call but the goverments, the same as it is for all disabled/ill people are considered if fit to drive.

    The truth might hurt, but you cant change it.

    Trying to insult me and my driving has nothing to do with this thread, my licence is clean, no points ever, Ive never had an accident and it has the correct codes on it for my medical conditions as per the law, simple.
  • spherelance
    spherelance Posts: 84 Forumite
    sunnyone wrote: »
    my licence is clean, no points ever, Ive never had an accident and it has the correct codes on it for my medical conditions as per the law, simple.
    A clean license only shows that you have not been convicted of any driving offences, it does not automatically mean that you are a good driver.
  • Richie-from-the-Boro
    Richie-from-the-Boro Posts: 6,945 Forumite
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    edited 2 June 2011 at 12:20AM
    You are all at it again, ignoring the truth / reality / fact of what has been said from #1. You don't have an opinion, you can't make a judgement, you must inform Swansea if you have a medical condition that could affect your fitness to drive. I'm not here to couch everything I say in cotton wool and gently ease you, or anyone else into the harsh world of reality. Many of those posting keta are clearly are doing so in an off subject general way about the wording on medication. I was talking on subject specific way about the O/P's reference below - in relation to whether or not the O/P should even be driving at all without being checked out by the relevant [ medical & insurance ] authorities :

    "" This was because my medical notes stated that I experienced great difficulty in getting in and out of the car and I was very uncomfortable and had great pain in my back while driving.....they said they would challege why someone with mental health problems and mobility needs could still drive...and had a car?? also that I ave 3 children....single parent...how could I take care of them if I can't look after myself??

    My conditions are:

    - Bipolar Disorder I am prescribed daily 1000 priadel (lithium) 200 sereqoul 10mg Lexapro
    - Asthma: Ventolin inhaler
    - Back problems: broken ccoxyx bone
    - Suspected Arthritis on upper back, shoulder, hands & feet - Deflanic, Co Codamol
    - CPN, I get bloods taken every 3 month and well as seeing my Psychiatrist regularly
    - I attend Physio for my back
    - history of self harming
    - My daughter now shares a room with me
    - I no longer go shopping
    - I really on help from family
    - I am in extreme pain sitting and moving about
    - If I do go out I always have someone at my side
    - I do not know what to do now. I just have a feeling things didn't seem right today? ""

    The fact of the matter is that the O/P and other are keta and are sticking their head's in the sand, look if you refer yourself and are found fit .. .. no problemo. If you don't refer yourself you can't plead ignorance, it won't .. .. thank god wash in law. Lets remind ourselves what the law says again - All licence holders and applicants for a licence are required by law to notify the DVLA (DVLNI in Northern Ireland) if they have a medical condition that could affect their fitness to drive. In addition notifying the appropriate licensing authority covers your insurance. Not notifying the appropriate licensing authority even if your GP says you do not need to do so may well under the insurance companies general practice called ' cop out ' may give them yet one more opportunity not only not to pay out, but to invalidate after the event and find you to be uninsured. Then back come the bobbies.
    Disclaimer : Everything I write on this forum is my opinion. I try to be an even-handed poster and accept that you at times may not agree with these opinions or how I choose to express them, this is not my problem. The Disabled : If years cannot be added to their lives, at least life can be added to their years - Alf Morris - ℜ
  • charmaine
    charmaine Posts: 70 Forumite
    well folks just a wee update. Rang Gp....had to make an appt so going in tomorrow. Spoke to CPN who said she felt there would be no need to worry but would speak to the pyschiatrist. She said the fact that im stable at present and on regular medication and seeing her weekly should not mean I risk losing my licence. I asked should I have notified or my GP/Pyschiatrist the DVLA about my condition at the beginning and she said she wasn't aware but again will check. So at least some good has came out it....I am now going to get it sorted one way or the other. Thanks for your comments x
  • CFC
    CFC Posts: 3,119 Forumite
    So you have never made a mistake or error of judgement in your life?

    Have you ever driven when tired or been distracted when driving? Have you ever had an alcoholic drink then driven (even if safely under the limit, alcohol can affect judgement/reflexes)? Have you ever driven when not feeling 100% (colds, etc)?

    Will you remain as smart mouthed when one of your own family is injured or killed by someone who failed to notify DVLA of a medical condition? I look forward to reading your postings in that situation.
  • CFC
    CFC Posts: 3,119 Forumite
    charmaine wrote: »
    well folks just a wee update. Rang Gp....had to make an appt so going in tomorrow. Spoke to CPN who said she felt there would be no need to worry but would speak to the pyschiatrist. She said the fact that im stable at present and on regular medication and seeing her weekly should not mean I risk losing my licence. I asked should I have notified or my GP/Pyschiatrist the DVLA about my condition at the beginning and she said she wasn't aware but again will check. So at least some good has came out it....I am now going to get it sorted one way or the other. Thanks for your comments x

    Well done. Now get on the phone to DVLA and tell them YOURSELF. Nurses are not an authority on the law, do not leave it to what she thinks. If you read the website you will see exactly what you have to do in terms of your illness. You didn't know then but you do now. Do NOT wait, currently your insurance may be invalid, and in fact probably is, if you have not followed the law on notification to DVLA
  • GlasweJen
    GlasweJen Posts: 7,451 Forumite
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    charmaine wrote: »
    well folks just a wee update. Rang Gp....had to make an appt so going in tomorrow. Spoke to CPN who said she felt there would be no need to worry but would speak to the pyschiatrist. She said the fact that im stable at present and on regular medication and seeing her weekly should not mean I risk losing my licence. I asked should I have notified or my GP/Pyschiatrist the DVLA about my condition at the beginning and she said she wasn't aware but again will check. So at least some good has came out it....I am now going to get it sorted one way or the other. Thanks for your comments x

    The highlighted bit in bold is probably what makes your DLA application risky, people who are being treated and described as "stable" tend to not be seen as having as many care needs as people who are unstable when on meds.
  • charmaine
    charmaine Posts: 70 Forumite
    ok I will ring DVLA tomorrow.
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