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

But Catherine, from Bristol, is waiting to take her driving test and says the proposed rule seems "condescending" towards ...

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 ...

People should do these checks often, whether they are just starting to drive or have been behind the wheel for years ...

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

Thousands of learners in the UK are flunking their driving tests before they even touch the ignition, all due to a simple yet crucial task – failing to read a number plate from 20 metres away. Over ...

The government is consulting on plans to make those hoping to gain a driving licence wait up to six months before being able ...

Learner drivers could soon face a mandatory minimum period behind the wheel before being allowed to take their practical test ...

But Catherine, from Bristol, is waiting to take her driving test and says the proposed rule seems "condescending" towards ...

10:25, Sat, Sep 13, 2025 Updated: 11:18, Sat, Sep 13, 2025 The UK government has issued an update to learner drivers on their attempts to tackle the record waiting times for practical driving tests.