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The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced significant revisions for 2025 in an effort to cut down on lengthy wait times for driving tests including the hiring of 450 new driving examiners. In order to address lengthy wait times and crack down on “unscrupulous” third-party websites that book out tests and resell them to students for a substantial profit, the government agency has unveiled a seven-point plan.
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According to data released earlier this year by the Department for Transport (DfT), 1.9 million tests were administered in the 12 months preceding the end of March, setting a new record. In an effort to deter last-minute cancellations, the DVSA has implemented new procedures, such as hiring and training 450 driving examiners and increasing the window for modifying or cancelling a test without incurring financial loss from three to 10 working days.
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In an effort to free up more slots, modifications will also be made to the system that driving instructors use to schedule exams. Additionally, a request for evidence will be made to investigate ways to stop third parties from stealing places from candidates.
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There will be a consultation on proposals to lengthen the waiting period between tests for individuals who commit multiple serious or dangerous errors, physically or verbally assault an examiner, or fail to show up for their test without warning. Additionally, the current regulations allowing tests to be scheduled up to 24 weeks in advance will be examined to see if students could sign up further in advance.
