That can only happen if the amount the Government is trying to recover from that person is £1,000 or more, and the person cannot be suspended if they need to drive to earn a living, or have another “essential need” for a driving licence.
A new bill would allow the Government to apply to a court to disqualify people from driving if they repeatedly refuse to reimburse the Government for money they have incorrectly received.
The court will grant the suspension if it is satisfied that “the liable person has has, without reasonable excuse, not paid the recoverable amount.” The court should also be satisfied that the person has the means to comply with the repayment plan.
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They also cannot be suspended from driving if they need to drive to earn a living or if they have another essential need to drive.
