"Learner drivers now have to follow a new set of rules when booking their driving tests as the Driving Standards Agency (DVSA) cracks down on bots auto-booking them. The DVSA opted to change its rules as average waiting times for a practical examination now exceed 22 weeks, with individuals using automated programmes known as 'bots' to secure available slots rapidly and resell them at inflated prices."
"A National Audit Office (NAO) report published in December found that learners were paying up to 500 to book a black market slot, far in excess of the standard 62 booking fee. Under new laws, it'll be against the law for driving instructors, or anyone else, to book tests for pupils. They will not be able to change, swap or cancel a test for someone else either."
"Emma Bush, managing director of AA Driving School, said that these changes wouldn't solve all the issues currently facing learner drivers, as more test examiners are needed. Learner drivers continue to face unacceptab"
The Driving Standards Agency (DVSA) is changing driving test booking rules to crack down on bots that auto-book practical examination slots and resell them at inflated prices. Average waiting times for a practical test have exceeded 22 weeks. A National Audit Office report published in December found learners were paying up to 500 for black-market slots, compared with a standard 62 booking fee. New laws will make it illegal for driving instructors or anyone else to book tests for pupils. They will also be unable to change, swap, or cancel tests for someone else. Emma Bush of AA Driving School said the changes will not solve all issues and that more test examiners are still needed.
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