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Written question asked by Lord Wigley (Plaid Cymru) on Thursday, 15 May 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 30 May 2025. It was answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 May 2025 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Minibuses: Driving

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans, if any, they have to revise section 19 of the Transport Act 1985 to require those driving school minibuses to hold a professional driving qualification or equivalent.

Answer

The Transport Act 1985 permit system was designed to recognise the value of not-for profit organisations that provide services for community, social and charitable benefit including schools and the wider education sector.

Whilst there are no immediate plans to alter the section 19 and section 22 permit system, ensuring the arrangements work well and are safe is something that is regularly under consideration.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL7547
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Driving Qualifications Minibuses
Legislation
Transport Act 1985
Link
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