Driving test booking rules tightened after thousands of no shows

The UK government has tightened driving test booking rules to combat high no-show rates and long waiting times. Learners are now restricted to swapping tests only within three centers nearest to their original location.
Why it matters
Administrative changes in public services directly affect the daily lives and career prospects of young citizens.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Simon Browning Business reporter Getty Images Learner drivers are now only able to swap their test to the three centres nearest to their original booking location in a bid to cut down waiting times.
The report provides data from the DVSA and includes personal anecdotes to explain the policy change neutrally.
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