§ 78. Sir M. Galpernasked the Minister of Transport to what extent, under his regulations, a motorist may drive his vehicle during a 14 days' grace period after the expiry of his road fund licence, provided the vehicle is taxed within that period from the date the previous licence expired.
§ Mr. Tom FraserA motorist who keeps or uses an unlicensed vehicle on the road is committing an offence under the Vehicles (Excise) Act 1962. But no action is taken against him provided that he renews his licence within 14 days of the expiry of the previous one. This arrangement is extra-statutory, and is generally known as the "days of grace" period.