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Written question asked by Lord Vinson (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Davies of Oldham (Labour) on Thursday, 19 January 2006.


Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency

Question
Why the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency requires those who are registering the ownership of a vehicle to state their age.
Answer

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) does not keep a register of vehicle owners, but a register of vehicle keepers; that is, those who are responsible for the vehicle’s use on the roads. The DVLA requires the vehicle keeper’s date of birth in order to aid prosecution in any court proceedings.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3356; 677 c128WA
Session
2005-06
Subjects
Disclosure of information Databases Age Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency Motor vehicles
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk