Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 102269

Driving Licences: Buses and Large Goods Vehicle Drivers

Tabled: 2 January 2026

Answered: 12 January 2026

Question

James MacCleary

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps her Department is taking to help ensure the Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency issue licences in a timely manner following the medical examination report for a Group 2 (lorry or bus) licence.

Answer

Simon Lightwood

Straightforward applications for Group 2 driving licences are being processed within the normal turnaround time of ten working days. This includes applications for a first Group 2 licence and renewal at age 45 and over where the driver is required to subm...

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