A 45-year-old lorry driver with newly diagnosed insulin-treated type 2 diabetes asks about driving. He holds a Group 1 (car) licence only. He has no h...

Question

A 45-year-old lorry driver with newly diagnosed insulin-treated type 2 diabetes asks about driving. He holds a Group 1 (car) licence only. He has no hypoglycaemic unawareness and no episodes of severe hypoglycaemia. What is the most appropriate advice regarding DVLA notification?

Accepted Answer

He must inform DVLA of his insulin treatment but may continue driving if certain conditions are met

Answer

No need to inform DVLA if he feels well

Answer

He must stop driving permanently and surrender his licence

Answer

He can continue driving for 1 year before informing DVLA

Answer

He should inform only his insurance company

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): DVLA rules in insulin-treated diabetes

A 45-year-old lorry driver with newly diagnosed insulin-treated type 2 diabetes asks about driving. He holds a Group 1 (car) licence only. He has no hypoglycaemic unawareness and no episodes of severe hypoglycaemia. What is the most appropriate advice regarding DVLA notification?