Learner drivers may have to wait six months before taking test

Learner drivers currently face a waiting time of around six months to take their practical tests anyway, due to a backlog ...

Three DVSA rule changes confirmed ‘for early 2026’ and what they mean for learners

A MAJOR shake‑up to the driving test system is coming in early 2026 as the DVSA moves to break the backlog of practical test ...

Major DVSA changes to driving tests coming in 'spring' 2026 - explained

New regulations for scheduling and managing car driving tests are due to come into force from spring 2026. The Driver and ...

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 ...

New figures confirm Livingston learner drivers face 24 weeks for practical driving test

The UK Government has pledged to cut waiting times to seven weeks. However, despite promises from Transport Minister Heidi Alexander that action was being taken to “get Britain’s drivers moving” have ...