§ Mr. Harry BarnesTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport for what period a class I certificate for a heavy goods vehicle licence, DL 923, normally remains valid; if there are any circumstances in which this period can be extended; and whether he has any plans to seek to amend these arrangements.
§ Mr. ChopeHeavy goods vehicle test pass certificates (DLG23) were issued prior to 1 April of this year and are valid for five years. If drivers do not claim their full entitlement within the five year period the validity of the test pass certificate lapses.
From 1 April, drivers issued with large goods vehicle (LGV) or passenger carrying vehicle (PCV) test pass certificates must claim full entitlement within two years of passing the test.
The period is laid out in regulations and there is no current plan to change them.