The schedule applies similar escalating charges to the replacement of an expired licence. These provisions raise important questions about the source, scope and administration of a separate automatic “delinquency” charge at the DVLA counter. CUTS therefore asks the DVLA to state whether the escalating charges are renewal fees duly approved under the applicable Fees and Charges legislation, administrative penalties, or some other charge. “CUTS is not encouraging anyone to drive with an expired licence. CUTS calls on Parliament to conduct an urgent inquiry into the legality, approval and administration of the DVLA’s escalating “delinquency” charges and operations.