A man has pleaded guilty to receiving payment for committing fraud by impersonating learners to take their Theory Test for them. It is thought Singh of Swansea charged at least 36 learner drivers up to staggering £1,500 a time. Satwinder Singh, 34, took the tests illegally for the non English speaking learners. The Driving and […]

The DVLA is going to allow provisional licence holders to practice on motorways. Learner drivers are currently not allowed to practise on the motorway. However provisional licence holders will soon be allowed to use them as part of a raft of changes in laws governing motoring. From June 4th learners, under the instruction of a qualified instructor, […]

According to the news, learner drivers in England, Scotland and Wales will be allowed to have lessons on the motorway by 2018. The Department for Transport stated that lessons would take place in cars with dual control pedals and must be given by an approved driving instructor, and not by friends or family members, however […]

Qualified drivers are often disrespectful to learners and will often tailgate them, which can be an unsettling experience for the learner and a potential distraction. Remember, you were a learner once and therefore understand the pressures involved, so be kind and patient with newcomers on the road! By doing so, you will set the right […]

Learner drivers will be given motorway experience with an instructor before they can pass their driving test under new plans announced by the government. The Department for Transport is considering the move as a way to make sure learners are properly prepared for everyday driving before they pass their tests. Under the plans, they would […]

The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) claims that UK driving tests should be given a ‘comprehensive overhaul’ to tackle the modern problems faced by young people on the road. Though the test has undergone a number of changes, it still does not evaluate a driver’s ability to cope with country roads, poor weather or driving […]

Changes are being made to the issuing of licences to young learners. A Green Paper is due to be published by ministers which recommends a one-year ‘learner stage’ beginning at 17, during which drivers would have to have at least 100 hours of daytime and 20 hours of night-time practice under supervision. Learners can then […]

It has been found that women in the West Yorkshire town of Heckmondwike are the worst learners in the country. The test centre has a pass rate of 39.8 per cent, much below the national average of 47.1 per cent. The test routes used are amongst the most difficult in the country, with narrow, rural […]

It has been found that women in the West Yorkshire town of Heckmondwike are the worst learners in the country. The test centre has a pass rate of 39.8 per cent, much below the national average of 47.1 per cent. The test routes used are amongst the most difficult in the country, with narrow, rural […]

Radical changes are set to be made in Northern Ireland to the rules governing learner drivers. At present new drivers for the first year after passing their practical driving test must display “R” plates (Restricted) which limits them to 45mph until the restricted period ends. However, Environment Minister Alex Attwood is considering allowing new drivers […]