How could driving rule changes affect learners? Your questions answered

The proposed measures include a lower drink-driving limit in England and Wales and a minimum of six months in between theory and practical tests.

Driving test cheating soars as candidates turn to Bluetooth headsets and impersonators

Experts blamed persistently long waits for practical tests while the DVSA blamed better detection.

Learner drivers may have to wait six months before taking test

A minimum learning period of up to six months could be introduced for learner drivers ...
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DVSA outlines 3 UK driving test changes for learner drivers coming in spring 2026

Are you a learner driver? The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has outlined three changes to booking driving tests coming in spring 2026 ...

Government responds after calls for major change to two-year driving test rule

The current record backlog means that some people are having to resit their theory test in order to apply for a practical one ...

Minimum six-month delay for driving test to ‘reduce waiting time’

The Government claims its minimum waiting time will speed up the process and create better drivers ...