The NABD helps disabled gain or regain access to the freedom and independence of motorcycling through financial grants to help with the cost of adaptations, technical advice, the design of motorcycle adaptations, help with motorcycle training, tests and assessments and advocacy. The charity also works with government departments, local authorities, motorcycle manufacturers and licensing authorities to improve and protect the rights of disabled motorcyclists and their access to motorcycling. It also raises awareness of the accessibility issues facing disabled motorcyclists within the wider motorcycling community.

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Q: Who can apply for NABD assistance?

Any disabled rider or aspiring rider who is resident in the UK, Republic of Ireland, Isle of Man and the Channel Isles can apply for an adaptation grants regardless of experience or background.

Q: How long does it take for the DVLA to make a medical fitness decision?

The time it takes can vary greatly but lately they seem, to be taking longer than ever. Even a very straightforward case may take more than a month. More complex cases, or those requiring additional medical evidence or assessments, can take much longer. When you have submit a DVLA medical declaration, you can continue driving or riding as normal unless you have been specifically told not to by a medical professional.

Q: Can the NABD help me if I’m having problems with the DVLA’s medical assessment process?

Yes we can. The NABD offers advice and support to riders who face undue delays or believe they are being treated unfairly by the Driver’s Medical Group at the DVLA. We can guide you through the appeal process or assist with submitting coherent complaints to ensure you are treated fairly and, when necessary, we can arrange an assessment, which can then be used as evidence to help the DVLA reach the correct decision. We can also offer an advocacy service, dealing with the DVLA on your behalf (requires written permission from the subject). What we will not do, is support a case where the individual concerned is unfit to ride on public roads.

Q: What is the role of the Driver’s Medical Group (DMG) at the DVLA?

The Driver’s Medical Group (DMG) at the Driver and Vehicle Licencing Authority (DVLA) is responsible for evaluating individual drivers and/or riders with medical conditions, including disabilities, and determining whether or not an individual will be safe to continue driving and/or riding. If you are unsure whether or not you need to inform the DMG about an illness, condition or disability you can check the current A-Z list at; https://www.gov.uk/health-c... Finding your illness, condition or disability on this list, does not mean your licence is in jeopardy, it simply means you are legally obliged to inform them of your illness, condition or disability. In the vast majority of cases, there is nothing at all to worry about.

Q: Can fundraising donations be Gift Aided?

Yes! If you’re a UK taxpayer, NABD can reclaim 25% extra through Gift Aid — at no extra cost to you. Forms are available on our website or upon request.

Q: How do I send in the money raised from my event?

You can donate online , send a cheque by post , or transfer funds directly to NABD’s charity account. Just include your event name and contact details so we can send a thank-you and acknowledgment.

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