C1 driving licence renewal problems

He does indeed and you also need an eye test. Try emailing the DVLA in the past (pre the virus) I have always found them responsive.

peedee

Hi all

You have to go face to face with the doctor as he needs to take blood pressure, look at health notes and ensure that health questions are answered, and also do a sight test.  We have knowledge of this already!

It appears that it is not only us motorhomers/caravaners who are affected as HGV drivers are experiencing the same problem.

Regarding davetommo's post, taking the van out for a run is not just a question of moving the wheels around but charging up the batteries which if left to run down completely will need replacing.  Costly!!!!

We are not fortunately affected by site closures regarding storage as we keep it in a secure CASSOA compound which we have access to 24/7.  

I am not sure about the online doctors (assume you mean mobile) as the DVLA seem to be clamping down on these.

I think we will end up renewing the car licence type, notifying the DVLA when applying by letter of the problem and hoping that he can apply to get the C1 part without any problems.

How does one get Rowena to do a Club Banner?

Have you tried phoning your doctor, you may be able to make special arrangements especially as they charge for the service. Once you have the application in you can drive until they have processed it.

peedee

Hi peedee

Yes, he had an appointment for last Monday but it was cancelled and when he called the surgery they said the doctor who does these type of appointments (private) was not in until Friday.  So today my hubby called them again and was told the doctor would call back.  We are still waiting.  We don't want to badger them as there are more serious things for them to deal with but we would like to know whether or not they are prepared to deal with his medical.

To be fair, the Government [as are most of their counterparts around the world] are having to deal with a crisis that is growing faster, lasting longer ['12 weeks' anybody?] and going deeper than was originally envisaged. As a consequence, original instructions, laws and plans are having to be revised 'on the fly' as the Law of Unintended Consequences takes hold.

Flagging up the problem is likely [if the relaxation on MOTs and Commercial Vehicle Regs is a benchmark] is likely to result in a temporary continuation of the Licence Entitlement until what passes for normality returns. You can't use the MH anyway, unless it's your only vehicle [and you be getting Food Deliveries to your door shortly] for essential travel, so the issue seems to be preserving category eligibility, subject to the necessary Medical Tests when the NHS is not being pummelled to bits.

Raising the issue via an email to DVLA and your MP might well be the best option.

Steve

It’s metaphorically speaking, VV. I think Steve was asking for the club to raise the issue with the Govt. I don’t think it’s within Rowena's personal remit and the club isn’t renowned for leading the way in such matters.

TW,

Takes us back to your previous question of whether we have crossed paths previously; as in  ...

Metaphor = 'I know your face from somewhere ...'

Steve

 I've just checked one of them - and they're not.  No new appointments and forthcoming ones cancelled.

That’s no surprise really. Another avenue explored but resulting in a dead end.