Grassed up to the DVLA?

Mercdriver

I'd rather the DVLA did something about making sure people are fit to drive than have another incident like the one in Glasgow a few years back.

Isn't peoples' safety more important than your wounded pride?

Think about the bigger picture. Driving isn't just about you. It's about the people you may interact with in daily traffic.

Johno100

Warwick_Hunt wrote: »

If you're not happy with the DVLA then send your licence back to them I'm protest.

Better to send them a Subject Access Request under the Data Protection Act to find out who dobbed him in. Sounds like it might be somone in the medical profession being over zealous and acting contrary to the guidance issued by the GMC over such matters.

GothicStirling

The DVLA have a duty to protect the welfare of yourself, other drivers around you, and the general public. If it was the consultant, then he's done exactly the right thing, he too has a duty of care.

Knock the chip off your shoulder, and learn the lesson: attend your hospital appointments.

Johno100

GothicStirling wrote: »

The DVLA have a duty to protect the welfare of yourself, other drivers around you, and the general public. If it was the consultant, then he's done exactly the right thing, he too has a duty of care.

Yes, the DVLA have protocols to follow when presented with such information so no reason to criticise them.

But no, if it was the consultant (or his/her staff) then breaching confidentiality based on a simple missed appointment and not speaking to the patient is overstepping the mark. Have a read of the GMC guidelines.

http://www.gmc-uk.org/guidance/ethical_guidance/30653.asp

Muscle750

Having a family member with it who doesnt drive althou could do if they wanted reducing the time from three years fit free to one year fit free in many peoples minds associated with epilepsy is questionable. Be interesting to know how many accidents there are on UK roads as a result of someone having a fit.

poppy12345

MaidMARIAN11 wrote: »

I don't really think offended is too strong. Unless a medical professional has raised concerns, I find it discriminatory of the DVLA to take JOE PUBLIC'S word over my GP'S regarding my condition. I feel I am being treated differently to anyone else because I have epilepsy. I'd be the first to tell anyone if I had a seizure as I would never put myself at risk. I am not being aggressive. If my so called friends, colleagues or acquaintances were acting my interests, I'd like to think they'd have faith in me to report issues regarding my health to the DVLA myself.

Does anyone know if members of the public can report health suspicions to the DVLA? I thought I read only medical professionals can do that.

I don't see what the big deal is. If you haven't had a seizure since 2014 then why don't you just fill the questionaire in and return it? I lost my licence through epilepsy for 9 years, had it back now for several years. I had to renew mine every 3 years at first but it wasn't a problem. You're moaning about the cost of a 1st class stamp but could lose your licence if you don't return that questionaire. Maybe it was your consultant that reported you because you didn't attend the appointment. Fill that form in and return, if you haven't had a seizure then you have nothing to worry about.

jobdone1

Take it as a positive thing. You would not want to have a seizure behind the wheel and kill someone.

Mojisola

MaidMARIAN11 wrote: »

I have epilepsy and the DVLA are aware of this.

Today, I was shocked to receive a letter saying the DVLA had received information from a third party and I needed to complete a medical questionnaire.

MaidMARIAN11 wrote: »

I find it discriminatory of the DVLA to take JOE PUBLIC'S word over my GP'S regarding my condition.

No-one is taking Joe Public's word over anyone else's - if the DVLA was doing so, your licence would have been cancelled until you could prove you are fit.

They have received information and are asking you about your current health status. Fill in the form and relax.

phill99

MaidMARIAN11 wrote: »

Hi, I have epilepsy and the DVLA are aware of this. Today, I was shocked to receive a letter saying the DVLA had received information from a third party and I needed to complete a medical questionnaire.
I haven't had a seizure since I have had my driving licence. I missed a hospital appointment with my consultant about my epilepsy a while back. Would he have reported this to the DVLA? Or has someone been making malicious stuff up about me? I am offended by this letter. I have to waste money on a stamp now when my health is the same as it was the last time I filled the medical out. Haven't had a seizure since 2014 so I'm fit to drive.

There are certain medical conditions which, under health and DVLA protocols must be reported by doctors to DVLA. These include epilepsy, heart conditions, strokes, traumatic brain injuries and many others. Part of the monitoring procedure is that you attend routine check ups with a health care professional.


In this case, you didn't attend so automatically, a concern will be raised from the hospital to DVLA. The letter is as a result of you failing to attend a clinic.


And quite frankly, I am glad that letters are sent by hospitals to DVLA as your arrogant approach to this matter speaks volumes about you.

glentoran99

MaidMARIAN11 wrote: »

I am offended by this letter..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PWxSTKb2-8