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Petition calls for UK driving licence change to allow heavier motorhomes

20.12.2025 06:38 1 min 2 sources РУС
Birmingham Live ENG + 1 more
Petition calls for UK driving licence change to allow heavier motorhomes
Original source: Birmingham Live

In Brief

A petition with over 4,000 signatures urges the UK to let category B licence holders drive motorhomes up to 4,250 kg, matching new EU rules. Current UK limit is 3,500 kg; heavier vehicles require C1.

A petition in England is calling for a change to driving licence rules for motorhomes and campervans. It asks the government to allow drivers with a standard category B licence to operate vehicles weighing up to 4,250 kg. Currently, the UK limit is 3,500 kg, and vehicles above that require a special C1 category.

The petition, which has gathered more than 4,000 signatures, cites new EU rules adopted in October that permit a weight increase if additional training or a skills assessment is completed. The National Caravan Council is lobbying for the UK to adopt these changes.

To be considered by Parliament, the petition needs 100,000 signatures.

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