Motorists across the UK have been warned they could face fines of up to £1,000 for failing to inform the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) that they need glasses or contact lenses to drive. As many as 14 million Britons are at risk of breaching this regulation, which could also lead to licence revocation.
Tina Patel, a contact lens optician at Feel Good Contacts, highlighted that drivers with the '01' code on their licence must wear corrective eyewear while driving. Those caught without glasses or contact lenses could be fined £1,000 on the spot, receive three penalty points, or even have their licence revoked. Insurance claims may also be invalidated.
Drivers must also notify the DVLA if their vision changes. A recent survey by Feel Good Contacts found that over a third (35%) of drivers requiring glasses or contact lenses have not declared this to the DVLA. Failure to update a licence can result in a separate fine of up to £1,000.
