Licence Link reduces risk for Public Sector drivers
Until recently, Local Authorities were able to check driving licences using the DVLA’s Driving Licence Checking (DLC) service, however, this was decommissioned on the 1st of December 2018. This left a service gap, with hundreds of drivers in the Public Services still requiring regular licence checks to ensure they are safe and fit to drive in their role.
A handy replacement for the DVLA’s DLC service, Licence Link is available to bridge the gap. With decades of experience providing Driver, Tacho and CPC checks for fleets in every sector, they offer a secure and reliable alternative. Licence Link streamlines the process of checking driver records, ideal for those affected by the decommissioning – including for drivers in Waste Collection, Social Care, Fire, Public Safety, and in the licencing of drivers with hackney carriages or private hire vehicles.
It’s still essential to ensure that drivers are licenced, entitled and safe to be on the road. Licence Link helps to meet the duty of care responsibilities and legal obligations of the Public Services (and other employers), identifying any risks and endorsements in just moments.
With Licence Link, both Public Service organisations and private employers can benefit from:
- Real-time checks for drivers
- One price includes all three checks – Driver, CPC and Tacho
- No upfront cost – single price per check, less than a small coffee!
- 24-hour accessibility of checks, 7 days a week
- Access to Driver, CPC and Tacho checks
- Digital approvals, with permissions lasting 3 years
- Ability to meet Duty of Care requirements
- Ease to view historic check results
- No implementation required
Licence Link is a worthy successor to the decommissioned DLC service. It’s a robust, cost-effective and efficient Driving Licence, CPC and Tacho card checking service, experienced with the needs of reducing risk, protecting the public and serving Local and Public Authorities.
