One in five deaths on British roads involves newly-qualified drivers. On 7 May 2008 Transport Secretary, Ruth Kelly, launched proposals for updating and improving the learning to drive and testing process. She is keen to look at the way drivers are trained and tested with the objective of ensuring newly-qualified drivers possess the safety skills needed to drive on Britain's busy roads.

During the consultation the DSA aims to gather opinions on a range of proposals, including; changes to the theory test, making the practical test more realistic, providing a pre driver qualification in road safety, introducing a student workbook and providing more information to help choose a driving instructor.

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• National Consultation