Herald - Issue 411

Page 62 • The HERALD • 26th August 2021 v THE HERALD - INDEPENDENT AND PROUD OF IT v Holbury Service Station Web: www.holburyservicestation.com Email: holburyservicestation@hotmail.co.uk Member of Good Garage Scheme.com TYRES FITTED WHILE-U-WAIT Budget and Branded tyres held in stock Long Lane, Holbury, SO45 2NZ Tel: 023 8089 3727 All Major Cards Accepted and Repairs to Cars & Vans MOT’S & SERVICING Our knowledgeable staff are on hand to keep your vehicle on the road in a safe manner • We offer all garage services including free collection and delivery from your home • We now offer Dpf cleaning - Injector cleaning - Turbo cleaning and Air intake cleaning to help your car run cleaner improving its performance and economy. • Good Garage Scheme – RMI – Trust my Garage Member MOT’s, TYRES, CLUTCHES, CAMBELTS, SERVICING, WELDING, DIAGNOSTICS, LASER-TRACKING. CARS, VANS UP TO 3.5T, MOTORHOMES UP TO 30’ 023 8001 0029 Badminston Lane, Fawley, SO45 1BX A process involving the removal of dents and small accident damage without the need for spraying • Convenient mobile service to your home or place of work • Repairs completed at a fraction of bodyshop costs • Repair costs may be less than your insurance excess • Dents completely removed or dramatically improved* • Over 30 years experience in the repair of bodywork (*If the paint is scratched or broken a ‘tidy up’ repair may be possible) Call Graham on 07789 888005 Dents out today, no need to spray! DENT DYNAMICS PAINTLESS DE T REMOVAL Diabetic Drivers MUST Declare Condition A leading insurance comparison website is warning that many motorists with diabetes risk a hefty fine if they fail to declare the condition to the Driver and Vehicle Licencing Agency (DVLA). Quotezone.co.uk also warns that policies could be void and claims disputed if diabetic drivers have not declared the disease to their insurer - and that includes those newly diagnosed. As the pandemic-induced lockdowns forced people to alter their lifestyles with the closure of gyms, restricted exercise and reported spike in fast food takeaways – elements which can increase a person’s chances of developing the disease – it may lead to a surge of people being diagnosed with diabetes. e charity shared the following advice to show the various levels of restrictions for drivers with diabetes: • Those who have suffered a severe hypoglycaemia (hypo) attack at the wheel or while awake in past year - stop driving and tell the DVLA straight away. Driving licences will be revoked but can be applied for again a er three months. Severe hypo attacks do not need to be declared if su erer experiences it asleep • Prescribed insulin – apply to the DVLA for a restricted licence – one to three years. Temporary insulin users do not need to tell the DVLA • Medication that can risk hypos - a severe hypo while awake in a 12-month period, stop driving and tell the DVLA. Driving licence will be revoked, but can be reapplied for 3 months later • Other diabetes medication or new exercise and diet – no need to tell the DVLA e penalties for not declaring a medical condition can result in a £1,000 ne and the risk of prosecution if the driver is involved in an accident. In addition to diabetes, motorists with heart issues and other conditions such as: epilepsy, sleep apnoea or strokes should visit the DVLA’s website for more information. Greg Wilson, Founder of Quotezone. co.uk, comments: “A serious medical diagnosis on top of the fear of losing transportation and independence can be devastating. On a more positive note, many conditions and medications won’t impair driving, which the DVLA and insurers recognise. However, anyone whose condition or medication could affect their driving needs to keep the DVLA up to date. It won’t necessarily mean a permanent loss of a licence and many successfully reapply when their condition is managed and the risk declines. It is however essential that all drivers are properly covered with an accurate policy, to protect themselves and other road users. If a motorist sees their premiums go up due to the insurer’s updated risk assessment, and it looks like they might be priced out of affordable insurance, they should shop around for new quotes - insurance comparison websites are a good place to start.” WALK THE TEST WAY is year you have the opportunity to walk down the Test Way without having to walk back! Join in on Sunday 26th September for one of the best walks in Hampshire, choosing one of ve distances, from 5 miles up to a marathon 26 miles. Dogs welcome. is sponsored Walk is managed by e Rotary Club of Romsey Test, with buses from Romsey to take you to your chosen start point. e route is fully sign-posted and marshalled with St John Ambulance in attendance. You can make it a family or group event and collect your medal at the nish line in the Memorial Park Romsey. Have fun, seen the beautiful surroundings and raise funds for your chosen charity. Visit: www.walkthetestway. org.uk for registration and more details.