I surrendered my driving licence after a spinal injury but the DVLA revoked it
Although I voluntarily handed in the licence, the agency’s action has made it far harder for me to get it back
TL;DR
- A driver voluntarily surrendered their license after a spinal cord injury, but the DVLA revoked it instead.
- This revocation makes it more difficult to reapply for a license.
- The individual needs a medical driving assessment to get their license back but cannot take one without a license.
- The DVLA is experiencing backlogs due to 'exceptionally high demand' and is introducing a new system to address delays.
- The DVLA belatedly sent an application for a provisional disability assessment license and advised applying for a DVSA appraisal.
- The DVLA should have referred the individual to Driving Mobility, which offers on-road assessments for drivers with medical conditions.