DWP will revoke driving licences of people on benefits for 2 years from October 1

01-10-2026 10:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk

DWP will revoke driving licences of people on benefits for 2 years from October 1

From Thursday new crackdown will start on people owing money to Department for Work and Pensions using new powers

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