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Motorists living with diabetes and numerous other health conditions are facing the threat of substantial fines. Failing to inform the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) about a certain medical condition that might impair driving ability could result in penalties reaching £1,000, reports Express.co.uk. The DVLA has published guidance making it clear that a wide range of conditions have the potential to affect driving ability. READ MORE: Motorists of certain group told they 'must stop driving' even though it's legal Get breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsApp , click the link to join These come under the category of 'notifiable' medical conditions or disabilities, meaning certain health concerns are required to be disclosed as they may jeopardise driving safety. In addition, some health problems or disabilities not specifically listed in official guidance may still require reporting if they have deteriorated since the driving licence was originally handed out. The DVLA's guidance warns: "You could be fined up to £1,000 if you do not tell DVLA about a condition that might affect your ability to drive safely. "You could also be prosecuted if you have an accident," said the DVLA. That includes drivers who suffer from sleep apnoea, which can affect a person's night's sleep, having to report it to the DVLA. If you haven't had a good night's sleep, you could be feeling fatigued on the road even if you haven't been out driving for long. And for certain HGV drivers, who have to take a 45-minute break after four hours and 30 minutes of driving by law, they could still fall foul of the law even if they take a break before that time, if they haven't disclosed to the DVLA about their sleep apnoea. EP Training - a DVSA approved centre for online and classroom periodic Driver CPC training - said: "Sleep apnoea poses significant concerns for HGV drivers, impacting both their health and professional responsibilities. "According to regulations, drivers experiencing excessive sleepiness due to mild obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome or medication must refrain from driving. "Resumption of driving is allowed only after achieving satisfactory symptom control. However, if symptom control cannot be attained within three months, mandatory notification to the DVLA is required." If you possess a driving licence and are affected by any of the following seven conditions, they may compromise your driving capabilities and must be disclosed to the DVLA
