Oh Dear Oh Dear!
https://www.rac.co.uk/.../dvsa-reports-rise-in-driving.../

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DVSA reports 47% rise in driving test cheating across the UK

Driving test cheating has surged by 47% across England, Scotland and Wales, according to new data from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). In the 12 months to September 2025, 2,844 attempts to cheat during the theory and practical test were recorded, a rise of almost 50% on the year before...

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10th Mar 2026

Is it THAT tricky??
https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/.../i-drove-around...

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'I drove around Yorkshire's toughest test route and one thing is really tough'

Whether it is due to the abundance of large, multi-lane roundabouts, high-speed merging, or heavy traffic spots, Doncaster has a reputation for being one of the hardest places to pass your test...

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3rd Mar 2026

Sound Advice
https://www.rac.co.uk/.../winter.../driving-in-heavy-rain/

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Advice for driving in heavy rain and floods

Driving in heavy rain and flooding can be hazardous. Here are some useful hints and tips to help you prepare for wet weather. Breakdown numbers always increase during periods of wet weather...

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Tag: Top Tip Tuesday

24th Feb 2026

Really the "Best"?
https://www.thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk/.../25839724.../

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Westmorland and Furness has lowest driving lesson costs

Westmorland and Furness is one of the least affected areas in the UK for driving test delays, a new study has revealed...

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17th Feb 2026

Old news now, but will change occur in 2026?
https://www.gov.uk/.../new-dvsa-chief-executive-named-to...

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New DVSA Chief Executive named to tackle driving test backlog

Beverley Warmington appointed DVSA Chief Executive to lead agency operations and deliver plans to cut driving test backlog and improve services for learners...

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Tag: Top Tip Tuesday, Government information

27th Jan 2026

Data doesn't lie
https://www.itv.com/.../driving-test-backlog-not-expected...

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Driving test backlog not expected to ease until November 2027, watchdog warns

The months-long wait time for a practical driving test is unlikely to ease any time soon, with the target for reducing it to seven weeks not expected to be met for another two years, the public spending watchdog has warned...

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20th Jan 2026

Awesome
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cewjxpxzl88o.amp

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'I taught my driving instructor sign language to help me pass'

A deaf woman who learned how to drive while, at the same time, teaching her instructor sign language has spoken of her joy at passing her test. Sarah-Jade Walker was running a British Sign Language (BSL) "bootcamp" in North Yorkshire which driving instructor Adele Oldroyd, from Selby, was attending when they both realised they could learn vital skills from each other...

Tag: BBC.COM

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13th Jan 2026

Oh dear!
https://www.cambridge-news.co.uk/.../driving-test-warning...

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Driving test warning for 2026 as instructor says you should 'book now'

A Cambridgeshire driving instructor has warned learners to book a test before they start lessons, as waiting times for tests look to be longer in 2026. Learners have faced long delays for a driving test, particularly since the Covid-19 lockdown...

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6th Jan 2026

"Big" Changes??
https://www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/.../25659417.dvsa.../

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DVSA confirms 4 key changes to driving tests in the UK start next week

Firstly, driving test candidates will be required to spend longer on faster roads during tests after a five-month trial was conducted at 20 test centres earlier this year. It comes as the DVSA said it is making the change from November to better represent the conditions many motorists experience after passing their test, such as driving on rural roads....

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30th Dec 2025

Not a good thing to experience!
https://www.thepost.uk.com/.../police-issue-statement...

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Police issue statement following spate of abuse towards learner drivers

DEVON and Cornwall Police’s Road Safety Team have issued a plea for the region’s motorists to be more understanding of learner drivers out on the roads. The force has said that a local driving instructor has expressed their concern at the treatment of learner drivers on the area’s roads...

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23rd Dec 2025

Everyone liked this
https://www.mkfm.com/.../milton-keynes-mum-gets-free.../

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Milton Keynes mum gets free driving lessons through Drive Against Cancer

A mum from Milton Keynes who was diagnosed with a rare stage 4 tumour last year, is the second inspirational learner to take part in driveJohnson's Drive Against Cancer scheme...

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16th Dec 2025

Do it legit or not at all...
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy8v2zj23e4

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Bishops Waltham learner driver scammed over test

A teenager who lost £200 after booking a driving test from scammers has called on the government to improve its booking system and waiting lists...

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9th Dec 2025

A Great initiative
https://www.devon.gov.uk/.../additional-funding-for.../

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Additional funding for child pedestrian safety training - News

“Walkability” child pedestrian training launched last year, and more than 4,070 pupils from 48 schools in Exeter, North Devon and the surrounding area have so far taken part in the current pilot...

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2nd Dec 2025

How Not to do it!
https://news.sky.com/.../learner-driver-spends-2-944-to...

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Learner driver has hailed their theory test 128 times - racking up a £2,944 bill

New figures reveal the lengths some learner drivers are having to go to pass their theory and practical tests...

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Tag: Top Tip Tuesday

25th Nov 2025

A great read about a not so great time...
https://www.driving.org/dvsa-chief-executive-loveday.../

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DVSA Chief Executive Loveday Ryder exits the agency amidst continuing test chaos

It has been announced that DVSA CEO Loveday Ryder is stepping down. The announcement comes at a time of unprecedented test waiting times, ongoing battles with the bots in the booking system, demand outstripping supply for PDI tests, Standards Checks on hold and Examiner discontent, amongst other challenges...

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18th Nov 2025

Fully agree - it's the most important life skill
Much more useful than Pythagoras' Theorem!
https://www.aol.co.uk/.../two-thirds-parents-think...

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Two thirds of parents think driving should be on school curriculum – research

That’s according to the UK’s largest under 17-year-old driver training scheme, Young Driver, who asked 2,700 parents and grandparents if they felt students should learn about driving skills and awareness in schools...

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11th Nov 2025

Oh Dear!!
https://www.cornwalllive.com/.../learner-drivers-lesson...

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Learner driver's lesson ends with police seizing vehicle

Police officers in Wales were left stunned after stopping a vehicle during a leisurely Sunday drive - only to discover the person behind the wheel was just 15 years old...

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4th Nov 2025

Six Months is a long time...
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/learners-waiting-six-months...

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Learners waiting six months for tests with major backlogs

Learner drivers are being left in limbo for months as they struggle to book practical driving tests, according to new figures revealing major backlogs across Somerset and Wiltshire...

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28th Oct 2025

The cost of DVSA's inaction:
https://www.theguardian.com/.../scammers-exploiting...

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‘£850 to skip the queue’: how scammers are exploiting driving test delays

Criminals claim there are ways to get a licence without exams. Accepting puts you at risk of identity theft and even prison...

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21st Oct 2025

How would a driving licence change your life?
Check out Harry's Story of gaining his Independence here:

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Harry's Story - Mikes Driving Lessons

This is a quick cartoon showing Harry's story of learning to drive and getting his independence. Want to get on the road too? Simply contact us on any of ...

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31st Oct 2015

DVSA updates:
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/.../update-dvsa...

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UK government issues update on DVSA steps to reduce driving test backlog

Officials are urging learners not to book a test until they are confident they will pass...

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14th Oct 2025

Driving now accessible for all:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62l833z620o.amp

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Virtual reality tech helping autistic drivers

Autistic people are being offered the opportunity to learn to drive using virtual reality simulators...

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7th Oct 2025

Cost of living - Cost of driving:
https://press.gocompare.com/.../its-costing-brits-over...

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It’s costing Brits over £6,000 to start driving, new report reveals

It costs the UK’s new drivers £6,692 on average to get on the road in 2025...

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30th Sep 2025

Struggling with the Theory test?
Perhaps you are unsure when exactly to click on the Hazard Perception phase?
Get all your questions answered in our FREE e-book "Everything you need to know for the Theory Test" packed with top tips and hints to get you the pass you deserve!
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Mikes Driving Lessons, Royton, Oldham - Everything you need to know for the Theory Test...

Find out more about starting Driving Lessons with Mike in the Oldham and Rochdale areas of...

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11th May 2016