It is not possible to determine the proportion of applicants who applied for, and were granted, specifically a second licence period. While the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) records the number of trainee licences issued, this data does not distinguish if these are second trainee licences.

Applications for further trainee licences are considered individually in accordance with the relevant statutory requirements.

Holding a trainee licence is not a requirement for taking the Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) Part 3 test, and DVSA's systems do not link Part 3 test outcomes to an individual's six-month trainee licence period.

DVSA publishes overall statistics on ADI Part 3 tests, including pass rates. This data is available on GOV.uk - Approved driving instructor (ADI) qualifying test data - GOV.UK

It is not possible to determine the proportion of applicants who applied for, and were granted, specifically a second licence period. While the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) records the number of trainee licences issued, this data does not distinguish if these are second trainee licences.

Applications for further trainee licences are considered individually in accordance with the relevant statutory requirements.

Holding a trainee licence is not a requirement for taking the Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) Part 3 test, and DVSA's systems do not link Part 3 test outcomes to an individual's six-month trainee licence period.

DVSA publishes overall statistics on ADI Part 3 tests, including pass rates. This data is available on GOV.uk - Approved driving instructor (ADI) qualifying test data - GOV.UK

The Department is working closely with National Highways, Home Office, and National Police Chiefs’ Council to ensure the Home Office approved solution for cameras affected by the anomaly is implemented as quickly as possible, once rigorous testing is complete.

The police continue to enforce speed offences on the network through a range of tactics. The HADECS camera system anomaly relates to a specific subset of enforcement activity affecting a small portion of speed awareness courses. The Department does not anticipate a significant impact on providers as the majority of courses are still taking place.

This Government is committed to protecting children and young people from sexual abuse. We have robust legislation in this area, including offences to tackle the abuse of a specified “position of trust” in relation to a child under 18, which apply even in cases of consensual sexual activity. We keep the law under review, including considering whether additional positions should be added to the legislation. We will carefully consider any evidence in relation to additional positions, including driving instructors, that is provided.

The police continue to enforce speed offences on the network through a range of tactics. The HADECS camera system anomaly relates to a specific subset of enforcement activity affecting a small portion of speed awareness courses. The Department does not anticipate a significant impact on providers as the majority of courses are still taking place.

The police continue to enforce speed offences on the network through a range of tactics. The HADECS camera system anomaly relates to a specific subset of enforcement activity affecting a small portion of speed awareness courses. The Department does not anticipate a significant impact on speed awareness and other educational courses as the majority of courses are still taking place.

The current motorcycle licensing regime requires riders seeking to progress from category A2 to category A through the licence upgrade route to successfully complete both Module 1 and Module 2 practical tests.

The Department has not identified evidence that this requirement is creating significant pressures on motorcycle test waiting times, nor evidence of a shortage of approved training providers willing to deliver the training required for riders progressing from A2 to A licences.

While riders will incur additional training and test fees when progressing to a full category A licence, the current arrangements are intended to ensure that riders demonstrate the higher level of skills and competencies required to ride larger and more powerful motorcycles.

The Government recently consulted on proposals for motorcycle licensing reform, including options for a progressive access route based on structured training and assessment. The consultation closed on 11 May 2026, and the responses are currently being analysed. Further information about the consultation is available on GOV.UK.

The Government recognises the financial impact of the cost of learning to drive on learner drivers, particularly those from low-income backgrounds.

To help reduce learning to drive costs where possible, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has published guidance on GOV.UK for family members and friends who wish to supervise a learner driver. This guidance explains who can supervise a learner driver, the rules that apply and how to plan practice sessions safely. Where private practice is available, it may help learners reduce the number of paid lessons required before their test.

Reducing driving test waiting times remains a priority for both the Government and the DVSA.

Information about first aid, including CPR, is already included in the official learning materials by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), the Highway Code and Driving Essential Skills. Questions are then asked as part of the driver theory test to check learning has taken place.

The requirement for learner drivers to complete accredited CPR and defibrillator awareness training as part of the process of obtaining a full driving licence would require legislative change. There are no current plans to introduce mandatory CPR training as part of the learning to drive process.

DVSA believes testing this knowledge at theory test stage is the correct and proportionate approach. It is important the practical driving test examines as rigorously as possible a person’s ability to drive safely in different road and traffic conditions.

The Government expects those driving or riding for work to keep both themselves and other road users safe. As such we have committed to piloting a new voluntary Work-Related Road Safety Charter that is being developed in partnership with industry. The Charter will be informed by existing schemes such as Driving for Better Business and encourage everyone involved in driving or riding for work to improve road safety. That includes delivery drivers riding mopeds.

The DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) consultation on improving moped and motorcycle training, testing and licensing closed on 11 May. The consultation was launched with a range of measures designed to support a targeted review of the training, testing and licensing framework for motorcyclists, and the aim of improving safety and modernising and simplifying access to motorcycling. In part, reforms aim to encourage progression to full licences, particularly for those riding for work. We are now analysing the responses and will publish the outcome of the consultation on GOV.UK.

Motability Foundation provides the Driving Lessons Grant to help disabled teenagers with severe mobility challenges learn to drive from age 16, as legislation allows them to hold a provisional licence. Driving can remove barriers to personal independence.

The Department does not have recorded information on how many 16-year-olds were in receipt of a vehicle or have received funding through the Motability Foundation Driving Lessons Grant. Motability Foundation is a registered charity regulated by the Charity Commission so is wholly responsible for the terms and the administration of the Motability Scheme. The Scheme is delivered by Motability Operations which is an independent commercial company under contract to the charity.

The number of illegal driving instructor prosecutions in 2023 were three, in 2024 there were three prosecutions, in 2025 there were seven prosecutions and in 2026 (to date) there have been three.

DVSA investigates reports, carries out targeted enforcement and prosecutes illegal driving instructors, with cases leading to significant fines and criminal convictions, including prison sentences.

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has seen unprecedented numbers of applications from people wishing to become approved driving instructors (ADI) - a 152% increase since 2018-19. Alongside this, the pass rate for the part 3 test has declined, from 33.8% in 2023/24 to 27.7% in 2025/26.

ADI tests are scheduled over a 12-week period and added weekly. Once examiner programmes are finalised, DVSA aims to balance candidates’ preferred dates, the two-year qualification window, and operational needs, to give individuals the best possible chance to complete the process in time. Early planning between potential driving instructors and trainers is important, so training can reflect the individual’s ability and commitments, with enough time for each of the three qualifying elements. This helps set realistic expectations about the time and cost involved, while giving individuals the best chance of qualifying.

DVSA has recruited, and continues to recruit, additional ADI examiners and has increased its capacity to train new examiners.

The number of qualified ADIs on the ADI register continues to rise. As of September 2025 (the latest date to which data can currently be published) there were 43,334 ADIs on the register. This is up from 41,453 in September 2024.

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has seen unprecedented numbers of applications from people wishing to become approved driving instructors (ADI) - a 152% increase since 2018-19. Alongside this, the pass rate for the part 3 test has declined, from 33.8% in 2023/24 to 27.7% in 2025/26.

ADI tests are scheduled over a 12-week period and added weekly. Once examiner programmes are finalised, DVSA aims to balance candidates’ preferred dates, the two-year qualification window, and operational needs, to give individuals the best possible chance to complete the process in time. Early planning between potential driving instructors and trainers is important, so training can reflect the individual’s ability and commitments, with enough time for each of the three qualifying elements. This helps set realistic expectations about the time and cost involved, while giving individuals the best chance of qualifying.

DVSA has recruited, and continues to recruit, additional ADI examiners and has increased its capacity to train new examiners.

The number of qualified ADIs on the ADI register continues to rise. As of September 2025 (the latest date to which data can currently be published) there were 43,334 ADIs on the register. This is up from 41,453 in September 2024.

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has seen unprecedented numbers of applications from people wishing to become approved driving instructors (ADI) - a 152% increase since 2018-19. Alongside this, the pass rate for the part 3 test has declined, from 33.8% in 2023/24 to 27.7% in 2025/26.

ADI tests are scheduled over a 12-week period and added weekly. Once examiner programmes are finalised, DVSA aims to balance candidates’ preferred dates, the two-year qualification window, and operational needs, to give individuals the best possible chance to complete the process in time. Early planning between potential driving instructors and trainers is important, so training can reflect the individual’s ability and commitments, with enough time for each of the three qualifying elements. This helps set realistic expectations about the time and cost involved, while giving individuals the best chance of qualifying.

DVSA has recruited, and continues to recruit, additional ADI examiners and has increased its capacity to train new examiners.

The number of qualified ADIs on the ADI register continues to rise. As of September 2025 (the latest date to which data can currently be published) there were 43,334 ADIs on the register. This is up from 41,453 in September 2024.

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) publishes driving instructor and motorcycle instructor register data online.

The below table shows the number of approved driving instructors (ADI) on the official register in each month since July 2024. Please note, DVSA can currently only publish data up to September 2025.

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) already provides a nationally recognised framework for learning to drive through its National Standards and the learning to drive syllabus. These set out the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed for safe and responsible driving. The Department has recently consulted on further measures to strengthen the learning process, including an updated and mandated syllabus, a minimum learning period and supervised practice requirements.

The current National Standards and syllabus place strong emphasis on coaching, independent decision-making, hazard awareness and real‑world risk management. These skills are embedded throughout the National Standards and associated learning materials and are assessed through the practical driving test. This approach supports the development of safe, responsible drivers.

There is no requirement for learners to learn to drive with an approved driving instructor.

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) already provides a nationally recognised framework for learning to drive through its National Standards and the learning to drive syllabus. These set out the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed for safe and responsible driving. The Department has recently consulted on further measures to strengthen the learning process, including an updated and mandated syllabus, a minimum learning period and supervised practice requirements.

The current National Standards and syllabus place strong emphasis on coaching, independent decision-making, hazard awareness and real‑world risk management. These skills are embedded throughout the National Standards and associated learning materials and are assessed through the practical driving test. This approach supports the development of safe, responsible drivers.

There is no requirement for learners to learn to drive with an approved driving instructor.

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) already provides a nationally recognised framework for learning to drive through its National Standards and the learning to drive syllabus. These set out the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed for safe and responsible driving. The Department has recently consulted on further measures to strengthen the learning process, including an updated and mandated syllabus, a minimum learning period and supervised practice requirements.

The current National Standards and syllabus place strong emphasis on coaching, independent decision-making, hazard awareness and real‑world risk management. These skills are embedded throughout the National Standards and associated learning materials and are assessed through the practical driving test. This approach supports the development of safe, responsible drivers.

There is no requirement for learners to learn to drive with an approved driving instructor.