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Wales Online
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Wales Online
Over 70s are 'not legally allowed to drive' if they commit licence mistake
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Drivers over 70 who fail to renew their licences are being warned that they are "not legally allowed to drive". Age UK emphasised that the DVLA is supposed to dispatch a D46P application form 90 days before one's 70th birthday, to ensure the continuity of lawful driving. If you let your licence lapse without applying for a renewal, be aware that you won't be legally entitled to drive. The charity advises: "Don't forget to apply for any extra categories of vehicle covered on your old licence if you still want to be able to drive them." Moreover, they caution: "There might be extra costs for these but if you don't apply for these extra categories you'll only be able to drive a car in future." The guidance has been issued amid discussions that seniors should have routine MOTs and health checks. Sign up now for the latest news on the North Wales Live Whatsapp community It has also sparked some frustration among drivers, with one saying: "Look, I already have annual eyetests every November. Is it suggested I would need yet another one 4 months later when my licence needs renewal and just how is it the responsibility of the opticians to report their findings to the DVLC, and who pays for that," reports BirminghamLive. "Much better idea, carry out regular stop and search checks and pick off the no licence? No insurance cover? and the many drug taking drivers. Who incidentally are unlikely to be fed 70 plus." Driving safety standards were also put into question by Dr James Adeley, HM Senior Coroner for Lancashire, who labelled the current visual legal requirements as "ineffective and unsafe" following four separate deaths. He added: "Doing nothing means the risk of more avoidable deaths and life-changing injuries remains, caused by people whose quality of vision means they should no longer be driving." Dr Adeley said: "The four fatalities shared the same feature that the driver's sight was well below the standard required to drive a car." He added: "The current system for 'ensuring' drivers meet the visual legal standards is ineffective, unsafe and unfit to meet the needs of society as evidenced by the deaths of Marie Cunningham, Grace Foulds, Anne Ferguson and Peter Westwell where the DVLA continued to provide licences to drivers who had failed to meet the legal sight requirements." Find out what's happening near you
North Wales Live
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- North Wales Live
Over 70s are 'not legally allowed to drive' if they commit licence mistake
Drivers over 70 who fail to renew their licences are being warned that they are "not legally allowed to drive". Age UK emphasised that the DVLA is supposed to dispatch a D46P application form 90 days before one's 70th birthday, to ensure the continuity of lawful driving. If you let your licence lapse without applying for a renewal, be aware that you won't be legally entitled to drive. The charity advises: "Don't forget to apply for any extra categories of vehicle covered on your old licence if you still want to be able to drive them." Moreover, they caution: "There might be extra costs for these but if you don't apply for these extra categories you'll only be able to drive a car in future." The guidance has been issued amid discussions that seniors should have routine MOTs and health checks. Sign up now for the latest news on the North Wales Live Whatsapp community It has also sparked some frustration among drivers, with one saying: "Look, I already have annual eyetests every November. Is it suggested I would need yet another one 4 months later when my licence needs renewal and just how is it the responsibility of the opticians to report their findings to the DVLC, and who pays for that," reports BirminghamLive. "Much better idea, carry out regular stop and search checks and pick off the no licence? No insurance cover? and the many drug taking drivers. Who incidentally are unlikely to be fed 70 plus." Driving safety standards were also put into question by Dr James Adeley, HM Senior Coroner for Lancashire, who labelled the current visual legal requirements as "ineffective and unsafe" following four separate deaths. He added: "Doing nothing means the risk of more avoidable deaths and life-changing injuries remains, caused by people whose quality of vision means they should no longer be driving." Dr Adeley said: "The four fatalities shared the same feature that the driver's sight was well below the standard required to drive a car." He added: "The current system for 'ensuring' drivers meet the visual legal standards is ineffective, unsafe and unfit to meet the needs of society as evidenced by the deaths of Marie Cunningham, Grace Foulds, Anne Ferguson and Peter Westwell where the DVLA continued to provide licences to drivers who had failed to meet the legal sight requirements."
Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Motorists warned of crucial DVLA licence rule amid calls for strict new tests
The DVLA should send you a D46P application form 90 days before your 70th birthday, after which you are required to renew your licence every three years Drivers over the age of 70 who have not renewed their driving licence have been issued a stark warning that they are not "legally allowed to drive". Age UK has highlighted that the DVLA is expected to send out a D46P application form 90 days prior to your 70th birthday. The charity has advised that forgetting to renew the licence means you're not legally permitted to be behind the wheel. They've warned: "Don't forget to apply for any extra categories of vehicle covered on your old licence if you still want to be able to drive them." READ MORE: Big camping sale including tent that stood 'a month's rain in a day' now £146 off Added costs might be involved, but failing to renew these categories will limit drivers to only being able to operate a car henceforth. The advice comes amidst discussions about whether seniors over 70 should undergo new MOTs and health assessments, reports Birmingham Live. A frustrated driver protested: "Look, I already have annual eyetests every November. Is it suggested I would need yet another one 4 months later when my licence needs renewal and just how is it the responsibility of the opticians to report their findings to the DVLC, and who pays for that." The irked motorist proposed a better approach: "Much better idea, carry out regular stop and search checks and pick off the no licence? No insurance cover? and the many drug taking drivers. Who incidentally are unlikely to be fed 70 plus." Amid the debate, Dr James Adeley, HM Senior Coroner for Lancashire, has emphasised that the current visual legal standard for drivers is "ineffective and unsafe". James further warned: "Doing nothing means the risk of more avoidable deaths and life-changing injuries remains, caused by people whose quality of vision means they should no longer be driving." Dr Adeley emphasised: "The four fatalities shared the same feature that the driver's sight was well below the standard required to drive a car. "The current system for 'ensuring' drivers meet the visual legal standards is ineffective, unsafe and unfit to meet the needs of society as evidenced by the deaths of Marie Cunningham, Grace Foulds, Anne Ferguson and Peter Westwell where the DVLA continued to provide licences to drivers who had failed to meet the legal sight requirements."
Daily Record
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Warning to drivers over 70 who may not be 'legally allowed to drive'
Drivers should receive a D46P application form 90 days from the DVLA before their 70th birthday. Drivers who are aged 70 and over and have not renewed their licence are not 'legally allowed to drive', according to experts. That's because 90 days before drivers turn 70, they should receive a D46P application form from the DVLA. Age UK stated that if a person's drivers licence expires and they are unable to apply for a new one within the timeframe then they are not legally allowed to get behind the wheel. The charity states: "Don't forget to apply for any extra categories of vehicle covered on your old licence if you still want to be able to drive them. "There might be extra costs for these but if you don't apply for these extra categories you'll only be able to drive a car in future." It comes amid calls for over 70s to sit new MOTs and health checks. Currently drivers aged 70 and over must self-certify themselves fit to drive and don't need any medical input for this, reports Birmingham Live. Andrew Jervis, Co-Founder and CEO at ClickMechanic, said about the so-called 'driver MOT ': "It's a tricky balance keeping all road users safe without making older drivers feel like they're being pushed off the road". Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. One driver fumed: "Look, I already have annual eye tests every November. Is it suggested I would need yet another one 4 months later when my licence needs renewal and just how is it the responsibility of the opticians to report their findings to the DVLC, and who pays for that. "Much better idea, carry out regular stop and search checks and pick off the no licence? No insurance cover? and the many drug taking drivers. Who incidentally are unlikely to be fed 70 plus." Dr James Adeley, HM Senior Coroner for Lancashire, stressed that the visual legal standard for road users was "ineffective and unsafe'. James added: 'Doing nothing means the risk of more avoidable deaths and life-changing injuries remains, caused by people whose quality of vision means they should no longer be driving." Dr Adeley stressed: 'The four fatalities shared the same feature that the driver's sight was well below the standard required to drive a car. "The current system for 'ensuring' drivers meet the visual legal standards is ineffective, unsafe and unfit to meet the needs of society as evidenced by the deaths of Marie Cunningham, Grace Foulds, Anne Ferguson and Peter Westwell where the DVLA continued to provide licences to drivers who had failed to meet the legal sight requirements." According to experts, motorists over the age of 70 may find it harder to get cheaper policies because some companies 'impose an age limit'. Connor Campbell, an expert at Independent Advisor Car Insurance, previously said older drivers may feel locked off because of the cut-off dates for some car insurance policies is between 70 and 80 years of age. Because of their age they will be expected to pay more than less experienced, younger drivers, which is another blow for pensioners who feel fit and able to still drive. Connor said: " He said: 'Legally, there is no maximum age limit for car insurance as long as you're still fit and healthy enough to drive. So in your 70s and beyond, there will be a car insurance policy out there that will allow you to maintain your independence and stay on the road. You may have slightly less choice, however. 'While most car insurance providers don't impose an age limit on their policies, some do. This will normally be between 70 and 80 years of age.'
Daily Record
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
DVLA issues warning to drivers turning 70 this summer 'respond' or risk £1K fine
Drivers who are reaching the milestone must act if they want to keep motoring The DVLA has warned drivers who are set to turn 70 this summer that they will receive an important letter soon that they must act on. Failure to do so could see them landed with a fine of up to £1,000. All drivers turning 70 are required to renew their driving licence and those that have birthdays in the summer months can expect notification of this renewal through their letter boxes soon. Motorists who fail to fill out the crucial paperwork will no longer be legal to drive their vehicles. The DVLA, which maintains records of all drivers and vehicles in the UK, posted on X, formerly Twitter, to remind those older drivers of the rules. Drivers have to renew their licences every ten years until they reach the age of 70. Thereafter, they must renew every three years. And the post assured motorists that they could easily apply for the renewal online, but that they would also be notified by post if they are turning 70 in the next few months. They said: "Know someone who has just turned 70? Let them know they can renew their driving licence online. It's easy, quick and secure. Applications can be made on the website. Drivers approaching their 70th birthday now must follow this even if they're not reaching the age for the next 90 days. If you apply online, you should have the new document within a week, they say. And you can change your photo at the same time. Drivers will need to provide an email address, the addresses of where you've lived for the last three years, a National Insurance number and a valid UK passport number if you want to change your photo. However, for those that don't want to apply online, the DVLA said they will be sent a D46P form 90 days before your birthday. And if, for any reason, that doesn't land on your mat, you can use a D1 form from the Post Office to apply instead. Postal applications can take around 3 weeks for your licence to arrive. That can be longer if the DVLA need to check medical records. You do have to send your existing licence back to the DVLA while renewing, but you can still continue to drive if you meet all of these conditions: you have the support of your doctor to continue driving you had a valid licence you only drive under the conditions of the previous licence your application is less than a year old your last licence wasn't revoked or refused for medical reasons you're not currently disqualified you weren't disqualified as a high risk offender on or after 1 June 2013 Renewing a C1 (medium-sized vehicles) or a D1 (minubus) entitlement must be done by post and cannot be done online. The Older Drivers' Forum warned motorists approaching 70 to act. They said: "If you do not renew your licence, you will not legally be allowed to drive after your 70th birthday. "If you carry on driving, your driving licence and motor insurance would not be valid, and you would be committing a serious offence which carries stringent penalties, which could include a heavy fine and having your car seized by the police."
