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DVLA should allow Keyworkers to take there driving tests.

Rejected 20 signatures

What the petition asks

DVLA is not allowing key workers to take their theory test or practical tests during the second lockdown. Key workers are exempt from taking their theory test and practical test during the second lockdown. How are they meant to continue offering services to the core infrastructure.
DVLA is not allowing key workers to take their theory test or practical tests during the second lockdown. Key workers are exempt from taking their theory test and practical test during the second lockdown. How are they meant to continue offering services to the core infrastructure. Why have they changed the rules from the first lockdown? - Keyworkers was allowed to book there test. Why has it changed now. Moreover, these services must be available for keyworkers.

Why it was rejected

It was not clear what the petition asked the UK Government or Parliament to do.

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Timeline

3 Nov 2020 Petition opened for signatures
9 Dec 2020 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 20
Status Rejected
Rejected 9 Dec 2020

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.