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Using your own transport

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The Equality Act came into force on 1 October 2010. Some of the information on this page may be out of date.

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This section covers rights issues facing people driving their own vehicles and focuses primarily on the issues facing disabled people when they encounter public spaces, for example while parking. Find out about applying for or retaining a driving licence on the basis of age or disability.

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