I'm from the other side of the pond, so I read this thread with some curiosity. Am I correct to understand that in the UK a driver's license consists of two seperate parts? Are there regionally issued drivers licenses in the UK ? Over here we have 50 states, each of which issues their own style of drivers license. You take a written exam, do a driving test, and meet all other ID requirements. But all include a photo and since 911 they've all become laminate photo ids with all pertinent personal data as well as state licensing numbers. You simply pull out one card where ever you go.
Just trying to figure out the process and procedure in the UK.
Barry