Overview
- The clarification came in a written response from Transport Minister Simon Lightwood to a Parliamentary question by Liberal Democrat MP Charlie Maynard.
- DVLA decisions are based on hypoglycaemia risk and stability of diabetes management, with insulin‑treated drivers expected to check glucose before and during journeys.
- Car and motorcycle applicants must show hypoglycaemia awareness and have not had two or more severe episodes in the past 12 months, with the most recent at least three months ago.
- Lorry and bus drivers face stricter criteria, including no severe hypoglycaemia for 12 months, full awareness, four weeks of glucose readings and an annual independent diabetes assessment.
- Evidence can come from finger‑prick tests or continuous glucose monitoring such as Freestyle Libre, and drivers who fail to notify relevant medical conditions risk a £1,000 fine.