Motoring

The hints and tips on this page have been submitted by people living with MND and are not as such endorsed by the MND Association. We would always recommend you consult a relevant Health Professional before trying any pieces of equipment or medications/treatments.

Car Seat

Placing a black bin liner on a car seat makes it easier to swivel round.

Driving licence regulations

People who have been diagnosed with MND, have a duty to notify the DVLA of their condition. A diagnosis is not a bar to driving, but the DVLA may ask for a medical report from your GP. The DVLA may issue a time restrictive licence and/or may ask you to attend a driving assessment. This largely depends on information provided by your GP about how your condition is affecting you.

Powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters

The 2007 version of the highway code has recently been issued. A new section explaining the rules and regulations for powered wheelchair/mobility scooter use on the road and the pavement, is now included.

FREE UK Road Atlas for Blue Badge Holders

PIE Enterprises are offering a free UK Road Atlas for Blue Badge Drivers full of information for the disabled traveller, showing which petrol stations are accessible, where you can park and how accessible the accommodation is etc: Normally retailing at £12.99 the Atlas is free and you pay only £3.99 P&P.

To claim your free copy (whilst stocks last) send either a cheque for £3.99 (p&p only) payable to PIE Enterprises and quoting the reference FREEATLAS with your name, address, telephone number and email address (if applicable) to:
PIE Enterprises Ltd,
Caledonia House,
223 Pentonville Road
London
N1 9NG
Or alternatively apply online at www.thepieguide.com/shop by selecting the atlas at its normal price of £12.99, following the prompts until you reach the coupon code, enter freeatlas into the coupon box and you will now only be charged £3.99 p&p.
If you have any questions regarding your order please call 0207 952 0459.