Is there such a thing as a "one day" driving licence? (Or similar)

DaveF327

DVLA's word is final, I'm afraid. If they have revoked the licence, then it is revoked. There are no "one day" exceptions, and it seems that some private company is suggesting this and that to make a bit of money, but are stumped what to say when they want to take somebody on to the road.

A company or individual cannot overrule the DVLA just because they want to see someone's driving on the road. DVLA do arrange special driving assessments where somebody's competence is in doubt, but I don't know under what grounds or whether this applies to medical revocations.

Reggie_Rebel

The DVLA are currently looking after my licence due to health reasons. I can apply for it back when the doctor is satisfied that I've been stable for six month. Once he signs the form and the DVLA are happy then they'll send it back. No driving assesement or anything else needed.

I may be wrong but this smells of a money making exercise to me

mikey72

DaveF327 wrote: »

DVLA's word is final, I'm afraid. If they have revoked the licence, then it is revoked. There are no "one day" exceptions, and it seems that some private company is suggesting this and that to make a bit of money, but are stumped what to say when they want to take somebody on to the road.

A company or individual cannot overrule the DVLA just because they want to see someone's driving on the road. DVLA do arrange special driving assessments where somebody's competence is in doubt, but I don't know under what grounds or whether this applies to medical revocations.

But drivability can perform medical assessments, simulator asessments, and private road assessments. Then the op can appeal to the dvla for re-instatement, which can be made subject to a road assessment, leading to a final decision on whether to reinstate or revoke. Assessment is made in a dual control car.</p>

Sgt_Pepper_2

LincolnshireYokel wrote: »

well not unless you go through five speed cameras on the day you pass your driving test.

Why five?

Two would do it.

MCLF

DaveF327 wrote: »

DVLA's word is final, I'm afraid. If they have revoked the licence, then it is revoked. There are no "one day" exceptions, and it seems that some private company is suggesting this and that to make a bit of money, but are stumped what to say when they want to take somebody on to the road.

A company or individual cannot overrule the DVLA just because they want to see someone's driving on the road. DVLA do arrange special driving assessments where somebody's competence is in doubt, but I don't know under what grounds or whether this applies to medical revocations.

The company may have meant that the DVLA could request the driving assessment then, and my relative has misunderstood.

Reggie_Rebel wrote: »

The DVLA are currently looking after my licence due to health reasons. I can apply for it back when the doctor is satisfied that I've been stable for six month. Once he signs the form and the DVLA are happy then they'll send it back. No driving assesement or anything else needed.

I may be wrong but this smells of a money making exercise to me

My relative hasn't the option of applying for it back as their condition will get worse, not better.

Tobster86

What are the medical reasons?

I realise it may be a sensitive subject, but it's important.

If it is epilepsy or similar condition that can result in an instant and complete loss of control, you should follow the DVLA's procedure at a bare minimum as a matter of moral obligation. We're talking about possibly killing someone's children if the worst happens.

If it's something physically degenerative with uncertain prognosis, it's worth pushing for an assessment when you're satisfied that it's stable enough to safely drive. A friend of mine's father drove for 40 odd years with MS without any problems, other than having various aids fitted to the vehicle as required over time.

mikey72

MCLF wrote: »

The company may have meant that the DVLA could request the driving assessment then, and my relative has misunderstood.

My relative hasn't the option of applying for it back as their condition will get worse, not better.

Drivability carry out assessments for the dvla, so they may have some influence with the decision.

MCLF

Tobster86 wrote: »

What are the medical reasons?

I realise it may be a sensitive subject, but it's important.

If it is epilepsy or similar condition that can result in an instant and complete loss of control, you should follow the DVLA's procedure at a bare minimum as a matter of moral obligation. We're talking about possibly killing someone's children if the worst happens.

If it's something physically degenerative with uncertain prognosis, it's worth pushing for an assessment when you're satisfied that it's stable enough to safely drive. A friend of mine's father drove for 40 odd years with MS without any problems, other than having various aids fitted to the vehicle as required over time.

The condition is progressive, and in the middle to end stages patients aren't safe to drive. My relative doesn't believe they have reached that stage yet and wanted to prove it by taking the assessment.

I fully agree with your post, but I don't have any say in whether they contest the decision or not.

MCLF

Just wanted to answer my own question in case anyone else needs the information later.

The licence is called a "PROVISIONAL DISABILITY ASSESSMENT LICENCE"

When a driver whose licence has been revoked applies to have a licence reissued, the DVLA will have the option of issuing a Provisional Disability Assessment Licence (PDAL). This will allow the driver to be assessed on road by the Driving Assessment Service to determine their fitness to drive.
The conditions of the licence may limit the holder to driving only for the duration of the assessment. The driver will be subject to learner conditions such as L-plates, and driving under supervision.

http://www.chss.org.uk/publications/documents/factsheets/F9_Driving_after_a_stroke_07.pdf

opinions4u

While many believe driving gives us an important freedom, it's expensive.

Rather than fighting this, I'd suggest accepting it.

Car costs can be replaced with taxi fares and other forms of public transport may be free or subsidised for older / disabled. Probably cheaper than replacing are car every few years.

And if the illness is progressive, when will your relative accept the time to stop driving has finally arrived? Next time the doctor advises it? Or after they've ploughed into a group of school kids?