Submitted on Sunday 10th January 2021
Rejected on Monday 18th January 2021
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: already-happening (see below for details)
Allow learner drivers to practice driving in their own car during lockdown
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).
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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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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