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Motoring – Check Your Employees’ Driving Licences
The Legal Aspects of Motoring in the UK
The legal aspects of driving a vehicle in the UK are quite clear, whether driving for pleasure or on business. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) requires that a vehicle owner or driver must fulfil certain duties before taking a vehicle on the public road.
The vehicle must:
- be registered with the DVLA
- display a valid vehicle licence disc (according to the appropriate vehicle excise duty (VED))
- be appropriately insured (for private and/or business purposes)
- hold a valid MOT certificate (if required)
The vehicle driver must:
- hold the appropriate driving licence for the vehicle being driven
- meet the minimum age requirements
- meet the legal eyesight and appropriate medical standards
In addition, the DVLA must be informed if:
- the vehicle’s registered keeper changes name and/or address
- the driving licence holder changes name and/or address
- any alterations are made to the vehicle
- the vehicle is sold to a third party
- the driver has any notifiable medical conditions (see Appendix C for details of DVLA medical regulations)
Failure to notify the DVLA of any of these changes can result in a fine of up to £1,000. Full details of vehicle owner and driver obligations can be found on the DVLA website.
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