Rejected petition Allow learner drivers in England to continue practice with their household.

The current DVLA message states ‘Because of coronavirus (COVID-19), you can only practise driving with members of your household or support bubble in Scotland and Wales. It must be travel for work, education or other essential journeys. You cannot practise driving in England.’

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After 10 months of disruption and continual cancelled tests, learner drivers in England should be able to continue to practice driving through essential journeys, with their household or support bubble.

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You may wish to sign this petition calling for the same action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/559063

Under current Government guidance, you can practise driving with members of your household or support bubble. It must be travel for work, education or other essential journeys: https://www.gov.uk/driving-lessons-learning-to-drive/practising-with-family-or-friends

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Date submitted 11 January 2021
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