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You could be imprisoned, banned from driving and face a fine if you're found guilty of drink-driving
It’s illegal to hold a phone or a sat nav while driving - you'll get penalty points, a fine and can be banned from driving.
The legal alcohol limits for drivers in the UK - microgrammes, milligrammes
Explanations of the different terms you might see on your driving licence
Report your lost, stolen or damaged Blue Badge and get a replacement.
If you're a Blue Badge holder, find out if your council provides parking spaces for you and where you can park
You must tell DVLA if you have obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS) or any sleep condition or apnoea which causes excessive sleepiness.
Trade licence plates - who can use them, when they can be used and how to get a trade licence
It's illegal to drive if you're unfit to do so because you're on legal or illegal drugs, or you have certain levels of drugs or medicine in your blood
Towing trailers, caravans and horseboxes with a car, including the weight and size limits, and what licence you need to have
Check which electric (plug-in) and hybrid vans, trucks and motorbikes are available for a grant.
Electric bikes meeting the EAPC regulations can be ridden on the road without being taxed, licensed or insured
Find out if your child is eligible for help with the cost of home to school transport
If your car or other vehicle has seat belts you must use them, with only a few exceptions
Find your nearest weighbridge if you need to weigh your van, lorry, trailer, tractor or other vehicle
You may not have to pay the full fare at some river crossings, bridges and tunnels if you have a disability
Transport on trains, planes, cars, taxis and minicabs, buses, coaches and wheelchairs for disabled people - Freedom Pass, Disabled Person's Railcard, concessionary bus pass and Shopmobility.
Change the details on your Blue Badge and get a replacement if your name has changed
To drive a road legal quad bike you must have it approved, registered, taxed and given an MOT if needed
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