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Allow learner drivers to practice driving in their own car during lockdown

Submitted on Sunday 10th January 2021

Rejected on Monday 18th January 2021

Current status: Rejected

Rejection code: already-happening (see below for details)

Petition Action

Allow learner drivers to practice driving in their own car during lockdown

Petition Details

Lockdown rules say that learner drivers are not allowed to drive in their own vehicle at all in England but in Scotland and Wales they are allowed with a member of their household or support bubble for essential journey (eg work, education).

Additional Information

I would like the Government to change this rule during lockdown as it does not affect infection rates and also helps the back log for test centres, driving instructors after lockdown. This rule also was not made clear on the news. Learner drivers need practice in their own time and vehicle in order to pass a test. Lessons alone are not efficient.


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This petition was rejected

The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:

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: www.gov.uk/driving-lessons-learning-to-drive/practising-with-family-or-friends

We have published the following petition, which you might like to sign:

Allow learner drivers to go out and drive with people from their household: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/559063

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