How can I get my HGV driving job back after a drink-driving ban?

Has anyone succeeded in gaining employment after completing a drink-driving ban? If so, how did you do this? I have been an LGV1 driver for twenty-two years and had a blip after a death in the family. Am I to find a new job?

Asked on 2 August 2010 by paul42

Answered by Honest John

The problem is both the character of someone with a DUI and the insurance cost. You might find that the way back in is to go and contract self-employed as a courier with a leased van, where you bear the increased insurance costs.

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