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Written question asked by Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour) on Monday, 26 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 28 January 2026. It was answered by Simon Lightwood (Labour) on Wednesday, 11 February 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency: Specsavers

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will review the awarding of the contract for DVLA required eye tests to Specsavers.

Answer

Following an open and fair competition, the current contract for Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) required eyesight tests was awarded to Specsavers in February 2025 and commenced on 1 April 2025. The contract is for three years, with the option to extend for two further oneyear periods. The DVLA will consider its future requirements for eyesight testing prior to the expiry of the current contract period. ‑year periods. The DVLA will consider its future requirements for eyesight testing prior to the expiry of the current contract.

The DVLA will consider the results of vision tests carried out by an optometrist or ophthalmologist other than Specsavers. However, such arrangements are at an individual’s own expense and the test must be carried out to the required specifications. If the test does not meet the appropriate specifications, the applicant may still be asked to attend a further examination with Specsavers.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
108548
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Contracts Eyesight Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency Testing Specsavers
Link
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