Looking for a new career?
October 11th, 2017 by Linda Edwards
Do you enjoy driving? Are you good with people? Want to be your own boss and work your own hours? Then maybe a career as a driving instructor is what you need! There is a demand for driving instructors, many current ADI’s are turning pupils away due to diaries being full so there is plenty read more…
Learner drivers allowed on motorways
August 14th, 2017 by Linda Edwards
As from 2018 learner drivers will be allowed on motorways with an approved driving instructor in a dual controlled car to help develop skills before their test. This decision has come about due to a number of new drivers not feeling ready to drive on these fast roads or starting to drive on motorways after read more…
Should learners be allowed on motorways?
July 9th, 2017 by Linda Edwards
There are discussions taking place on whether learner drivers should be allowed to drive on motorways before taking their driving test. A recent study conducted by the RAC has revealed that a large number of learner drivers do not feel prepared for motorway driving after completing the current practical and theory tests. Only 14 per read more…
Mobile phones and driving
June 27th, 2017 by Linda Edwards
Any one supervising a learner driver needs to set the example regarding using mobile phones, anyone who supervises a learner is also considered to be driving as they hold a responsibility for the safety of the learner and any other road users while the learner practices safe driving, so if while supervising a learner you read more…
Can you break the law for emergency vehicles?
May 30th, 2017 by Linda Edwards
The simple answer is no!
People are being warned that they could be breaking the law when allowing emergency services to pass by. We should if safe to do so try to get out of the way when we hear sirens or see the blue flashing lights of any emergency vehicle, but only if safe, never put yourself or anyone else in dangers trying to do so.
The highway code says that drivers mustn’t break the law when making room for them, letting them through could help save a life, yes, but doing t illegally could put yourself or other motorists and pedestrians in unnecessary danger. (more…)