Mental Health and HGV Driving: DVLA Fitness Standards, Notifiable Conditions & Returning to Work

Mental health and HGV driving: DVLA Group 2 fitness standards, notifiable conditions, antidepressants and HGV licence.

A mental health diagnosis does not automatically disqualify you from an HGV licence. This guide covers the DVLA's Group 2 mental health standards, which conditions are notifiable, medication compatibility, and how to return to driving after mental ill health.

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