§ Patrick MercerTO ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans he has to waive the requirement for applicants for posts in the Ambulance Service to hold a category D1 driver's licence. [15943)
§ Mr. JamiesonI have been asked to reply.
All drivers, including ambulance drivers, are required to hold the appropriate driving entitlement relative to the types of vehicle they drive. Category D1 entitlement is required for vehicles with more than eight but no more than 16 seats. The Government have no plans to change the driver licensing rules in this area.