Before you can get behind the wheel and learn to drive, you’ll need to apply for your provisional driving licence. You’ll also need to take out the right level of car insurance. Our guide explains ...

When you order a new driving licence there are steps you must take to ensure you don't end up with an unwanted fine. There are a number of reasons why people may need to apply for a new licence, this ...

12:49, Sat, Mar 7, 2026 Updated: 12:50, Sat, Mar 7, 2026 Tough new driving licence restrictions could soon apply across the whole of the UK, according to leading experts. Bill Plant Driving School has ...

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has shared a reminder to people who have had a driving licence for nearly 10 years. The agency maintain the registration and licensing of drivers in ...

If you need to renew your driving licence, there is a simple way you can get it for free and avoid the £14 charge. However, the criteria are strict and linked to your age. According to the DVLA when ...

A new DVLA initiative will affect everyone applying for a driving licence by encouraging them to become blood donors. Officials note this way of contacting people should see millions reached every ...

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In a bid to boost the number of blood donors, people applying for a driving licence will be encouraged to register as blood donors. This new initiative is expected to reach millions each year.