Allow learner drivers in England to practise with members of their household

Rejected 10 signatures

What the petition asks

Under the current lockdown restrictions, learner drivers in Scotland can practice driving with people they live with, but in England we are not allowed. The government should allow all learner drivers to practice driving, as long as they only get out of the car for essential reasons like shopping.

Going out to practice driving poses no threat of spreading coronavirus as everyone stays in the car at all times and doesn’t mix with other people, while not allowing learners to practice will cause a huge backlog of learners needing lessons and tests after lockdown is lifted. Banning driving practice may also be dangerous as learners may go out without L plates on, or will lose valuable practice time when they can be gaining safe and helpful road experience while the roads are quiet.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign this petition calling for the same action: Allow learner drivers to go out and drive with people from their household.

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

Timeline

13 Jan 2021	Petition opened for signatures
18 Jan 2021	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 10

Status Rejected

Rejected 18 Jan 2021

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