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Driving
The information in this section tells you the rules about epilepsy and driving in the UK.
Although the rules about driving and epilepsy may seem harsh, they are there for everyone’s safety. Seizures that happen when a person is driving are the most frequent medical cause of driving accidents that could be prevented.
Being able to drive is very important to many people, particularly in areas where public transport is poor. Not being allowed to drive can come as a bitter blow. Losing your licence can be particularly hard to accept if your job involves driving, or if other people rely on you for lifts to work or school.
Despite the challenges that losing a driving licence can bring, it is worth bearing in mind that many people with epilepsy do manage to get their seizures under control and get their driving licences back. Once you have met the criteria to be able to drive, you will be able to apply to drive again, safely and legally.
The rules are slightly different in England, Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland.
Driving in England, Scotland and Wales These pages are about epilepsy and driving in the UK. If you are looking for the driving regulations in other countries, then please contact your local epilepsy organisation who should be able to help you • Index |
