LouRob85
New Member
Hi all. I'm hoping someone might be able to shed some light for me. I reapplied for my driving license back in November last year and understandably it's taken some time. I have declared to DVLA that I have a history of alcohol misuse and I was told I had to have complete abstinence for 12 months. I have 19 months free from alcohol now. I had my medical and I know for sure my blood tests will be fine due to the period of tota abstinence. Yesterday my case was assigned to a case manager (currently I'm calling the DVLA on a daily basis as I am desperate to be back on the road) so when I called again today, I am told that my case manager looked at my case today but has referred it to a doctor for a second opinion. I'm just curious if anyone else has encountered this and is it normal? The guy I spoke to couldn't give me any information other than I shouldn't worry about it and I will hear very soon. But obviously I'm frustrated and upset and I just wish I understood better the reasons why this might be the case. I am fully aware that DVLA has a responsibility to make the correct decision with me and I fully support that, but I'm curious to know why this is happening considering I know my bloods are good and hoping someone may have had this experience and be able to explain. Thanks in advance