DVLA have revoked my driving licence

35har1old

Nobbie1967 said:

If you look at the possible side effects of the Guanfacine, you can see why they might be concerned at it being taken by a professional driver, but is does seem overkill to revoke both licenses without assessing if these are present in your husband’s case. 

Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• fainting
• blurred vision
• rash
• slow heart rate

Guanfacine may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

The side effects mentioned apply to high blood pressure medication slow heart being replaced by fast heart rate
30% of the population 13% undiagnosed not reportable  only requires reporting if malingate being diagnosed
Standard car licence

WIAWSNB

Have you engaged your GP to help? Perhaps, after a checkup, they can assess any risk? It may require a consultant, tho'.

MattMattMattUK

paul_c123 said:

I didn't realise the DVLA can revoke a licence for "lack of judgement".

bimbowoman2 said:

he had to re apply for his HGV licence (every 5 years).  So back in January he went for his medical and disclosed his new meds as you are told to do. 

The dvla have now decided that due to his“lack of judgement” they not only haves revoked his HGV but also his normal licence.

I expect that the "lack of judgement" is probably paraphrasing and something was said in the medical which triggered a warning flag. Possibly a comment that it impaired reaction time, meant he had a harder time judging distance etc. 

paul_c123 said:

I thought they can only revoke a licence due to the results of a medical exam.

They can revoke on diagnosis for a range of conditions or prescriptions, for other things a driver can be required to surrender their license or have it revoked, but there are benefits to surrendering it as it is a lot quicker to get it back (Section 88). That is complicated when the license is HGV or involves carrying paid passengers. 

Grey_Critic

 

Have a look here            https://www.gov.uk/adhd-and-driving       

You must tell DVLA if your attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or your ADHD medication affects your ability to drive safely.

If your driving is not affected by your ADHD or ADHD medication, you do not need to tell DVLA. Ask your doctor if you’re unsure.

You can be fined up to £1,000 if you do not tell DVLA about ADHD that affects your ability to drive safely. You may be prosecuted if you’re involved in an accident as a result.     

Bus, coach or lorry licence

If you already have a full bus, coach or lorry licence, you need to tell DVLA if there’s a change to your condition that may make you an unsafe driver.

Fill in form A1V and send it to DVLA. The address is on the form.

Is your husband a member of a Union? They should be able to give you advice