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The driving test changed on 4 December 2017 to make it a better assessment of the ability to drive safely on our busy, modern roads.
Guidance driving examiners follow when they carry out ADI part 2 tests - the test of the driving ability of someone wanting to become an ADI.
Taking the approved driving instructor (ADI) part 2 test - what you need to bring and what happens during the test.
From 19 January 2013 driving licences changed and now look different to comply with new EU rules.
Learn to drive a car in the UK - get a provisional licence, take driving lessons, prepare for your theory test, book your practical test
Register with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to book certain types of theory and practical driving tests.
You may be able to get provisional entitlement to higher category vehicles, and automatic entitlement to lower categories if you pass a higher category driving test.
Lorries used for practical driving tests have to meet certain rules, and some vehicles and trailers must also carry a minimum weight.
You can no longer apply for an emergency practical driving test as a critical worker.
How to get your full driving licence once you've passed your driving test - driving test certificate, photocard, provisional, paper licences
Train people to become driving instructors by joining the official register of driving instructor training (ORDIT) - including the assessments you have to pass.
Advice for medical professionals to follow when assessing drivers with diabetes mellitus.
Advice for medical professionals to follow when assessing drivers with neurological disorders.
Find an earlier practical driving test, move it to a later date, or change the test centre you take it at.
Find out if you need the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) qualification to drive a lorry, bus or coach, or if you could be exempt.
Qualify as an HGV or bus driver, requalify if you used to drive an HGV or bus, get a provisional licence, take the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) tests.
Advice for medical professionals to use when assessing drivers with cardiovascular disorders.
The eyesight rules to pass your driving test and for whenever you're driving.
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