ElectricPenguin
New Member
A possibly slightly unusual for you all!
In November 2019 I had a D&A test at work and although I passed this (company policy is based on Scottish drink drive limit even though I am based in England) it did indicate some alcohol in my system. My company decided to investigate further and as part of that process I was basically forced into admitting that I was having some issues with alcohol (mainly due recent life events). The company then informed me that I must inform the DVLA, otherwise they would have to! (Which was nice!)
I duly sent the appropriate form off to the DVLA and didn't think too much of it until I received a letter in July 2020 informing me that they had received indications from my doctor that I may be alcohol dependent and therefore my licence was suspended for a year. Although I had discussed alcohol issues with my doctor I had no idea that they considered me to be alcohol dependent!
Therefore a few questions if I may:
Do you think the DVLA consider me as a high risk "offender" - despite the fact I have never had any licence points, let alone convictions?
What is the likelihood of a DVLA medical/CDT test over and above anything they get from my GP?
What's the likelihood of a temporary licence?
If anyone can offer any help/advice I'd be most grateful.
Many thanks.
In November 2019 I had a D&A test at work and although I passed this (company policy is based on Scottish drink drive limit even though I am based in England) it did indicate some alcohol in my system. My company decided to investigate further and as part of that process I was basically forced into admitting that I was having some issues with alcohol (mainly due recent life events). The company then informed me that I must inform the DVLA, otherwise they would have to! (Which was nice!)
I duly sent the appropriate form off to the DVLA and didn't think too much of it until I received a letter in July 2020 informing me that they had received indications from my doctor that I may be alcohol dependent and therefore my licence was suspended for a year. Although I had discussed alcohol issues with my doctor I had no idea that they considered me to be alcohol dependent!
Therefore a few questions if I may:
Do you think the DVLA consider me as a high risk "offender" - despite the fact I have never had any licence points, let alone convictions?
What is the likelihood of a DVLA medical/CDT test over and above anything they get from my GP?
What's the likelihood of a temporary licence?
If anyone can offer any help/advice I'd be most grateful.
Many thanks.