DVSA rules kick in for millions of drivers facing new 'requirement' today
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- DVSA rules kick in for millions of drivers facing new 'requirement' today
- The DVSA has introduced a requirement for learner drivers to provide 10 full working days' notice to alter or cancel driving tests as part of a major overhaul, reports Birmingham Live.
- Labour Party's Minister for the Future of Roads, Lilian Greenwood, commented: Driving is more than just a means of transport; it is a lifeline for many, opening doors to jobs, opportunities and ultimately contributing to the growth of our economy.
- Starting from 8 April 2025, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) will enforce a rule requiring learner drivers to give 10 full working days' notice if they wish to change or cancel their car driving test without forfeiting the test fee.
- More info New DVSA driving test changes have come into force today providing a significant boost to drivers across the nation.
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Labour Party's Minister for the Future of Roads, Lilian Greenwood, commented: "Driving is more than just a means of transport; it is a lifeline for many, opening doors to jobs, opportunities and ultimately contributing to the growth of our economy." she added." The measures announced today are another vital step in tackling the driving test backlog and ensuring that more learners who are ready to take their test can do so without unnecessary delays." She further remarked: "These new measures will ensure that driving test appointments are used efficiently, encouraging learners to make adjustments to their schedules sooner, should they not be fully prepared." DVSA's Chief Executive, Loveday Ryder, stated that by extending the short notice cancellation period, the agency could "offer up those slots to other customers. "We remain committed to reducing driving test waiting times and supporting learners in getting on the road when they are truly ready and safe to do so," she continued.
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This can lead to appointments going unused."
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