A slip-road onto the M8 motorway will be closed for five months while another busy road will also be shut for several nights, drivers have been warned.
12.01.2023 - 15:55 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Motorists over 70 must renew their driving licence every three years or face fines, the DVLA has warned.
Failure to do so will mean licence holders will no longer be legally allowed to drive after their 70th birthday. Those who do not renew their document but continue to drive will be committing a serious offence, as their licence and insurance will not be valid, which can result in fines of up to £1,000 and even a ceased vehicle.
However, an expired licence does not mean you have to stop driving - all you have to do is to renew it. To do this, you can complete a D46P application form, which the DVLA will send to you 90 days before your 70th birthday - or you can pick one up at your local post office.
The DVLA reminded drivers about the rule on Twitter and wrote: "After you turn 70, you need to renew your licence every three years. It’s easy, quick and secure to do it online."
The online process is straight forward and the replacement should arrive in one week. Here is what you need to do to apply.
You can apply to renew your licence online by logging onto the DVLA website here.
First time users will need to register and should have the following:
You will be sent an email confirmation once you have applied.
You can drive while your licence is being renewed if you meet all the following conditions:
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