[arista]

https://www.theguardian.com/society/...g-not-affected

[Autistic people angry at having to
disclose diagnosis to DVLA even
if driving not affected
EHRC says consultation about
change in policy should have taken place]


Its now the Law
so inform the DVLA right away.

[Toy Soldier]

For what possible reason? Totally ridiculous. If someone with ASD passes their driving test, they had ASD when they passed the test, and is as fit to drive as anyone else who has passed the test.

It's not like they "got ASD" at some point after passing the test

[Tom4784]

A money grabbing rule that's just another way to fine people, there's no other logical reason for it to be a thing.

[Matthew.]

That’s not fair at all

[arista]

Originally Posted by Toy Soldier

For what possible reason? Totally ridiculous. If someone with ASD passes their driving test, they had ASD when they passed the test, and is as fit to drive as anyone else who has passed the test.

It's not like they "got ASD" at some point after passing the test

Yes its going to be a problem
for many, as their Insurance will change.

[arista]

Originally Posted by Matthew.

That’s not fair at all

Yes many are saying that
Live Debate on LBC radio

[Cherie]

one word, discrimination

[arista]

Originally Posted by Cherie

one word, discrimination

Then it would be illegal.

[bitontheslide]

This seems like a slippery slope probably led by insurance companies. Waiting for toe nail measurements next

[arista]

Originally Posted by bitontheslide

This seems like a slippery slope probably led by insurance companies. Waiting for toe nail measurements next

Yes that's a by product of this new
£1,000 fine for not telling the DVLA

[smudgie]

Same applies if you are insulin dependant