NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) and Ulster Bank, which are all part of the NatWest Group, will now shut at least 172 of their bank branches in 2023 and 2024. Not only can job opportunities improve, but having a full licence can have so many positive effects on a person’s life. If you’re a driver yourself, can you remember what it was like when you couldn’t drive or didn’t have a car? Autumn Statement: State pension confirmed to rise by 8.5% from April 2024 – while some benefits will go up by 6.7% You do not do so in a way that is intended to damage our reputation or to take unfair advantage of it.

Overall, the 'test day session' with your instructor will be 2–3 hours in total – with the lesson beforehand, followed by the test itself. I've heard that test examiners fail every other test they do – is that true? Remember though, our tuition cars are fitted with dual controls – providing safety and peace of mind if you're having an off day. Can I learn to drive in an automatic car?The value of your New Driver Programme driving lesson gift voucher can be redeemed online at drivinglessonvouchers.com/redeem by any* UK Approved Driving Instructor of your choice at any stage of your learning to drive journey provided the driving lesson voucher is redeemed within the redemption period of 10 months from the date of issue. Yes, you certainly can. Usually, you'll have a driving lesson just before your practical test and then drive to the test centre. Your driving instructor will normally wait in the test centre (fingers firmly crossed) while you complete your test. Imagine turning left from a major road into a minor road, and the rear wheel bumps on to the kerb on the way round. This would be a driving fault (also known as a minor fault), and not necessarily a fail. Martin Lewis: What the Autumn Statement means for you – including wages, benefits, pensions, ISAs, national insurance and more We recommend motorway driving lessons to all of our learners-generally once they have passed their practical driving test. Motorway driving does require additional skills and with the introduction of “Smart Motorways” there’s plenty to learn.

you must ensure that you comply fully with any and all local, national or international laws and/or regulations; Use of your New Driver Programme driving lesson gift voucher constitutes acceptance of our terms and conditions and we therefore recommend you read them carefully. It is your responsibility to review these terms and conditions regularly to ensure you are aware of any changes which may have been made. Our instructors introduce new skills and manoeuvres at the most suitable and comfortable pace for your own needs. Introduction to various manoeuvres also depends on the teaching style of the instructor. Autumn Statement: Workers to pay less in national insurance – but rate cuts don't offset the freezing of personal tax thresholds disclose such information to law enforcement authorities as required or as we deem reasonably necessary; and/orOf course, a driving licence isn’t an absolute necessity, but having a full licence gives choices. Once a person passes their test, they can choose whether they wish to drive, but at least they have that choice. Myths about driving examiners abound – and this is one of them. It is not true. If you are worried about your practical examination, talk to your driving instructor about how the test works, and what you may be asked to do on your route. What are considered as dangerous and serious driving faults (or 'major' faults) on your practical driving test? Learning to drive is a life-changing experience. Our driving lesson gift vouchers are the perfect gift that will help learner drivers in your life gain invaluable skills, knowledge and confidence they will use throughout their life. Personalise Your Gift Voucher

Your New Driver Programme driving lesson voucher is valid for a period of 10 months from the date of issue. It must be redeemed within this time, otherwise, it will become null and void. We have no obligation to remind or inform you of your driving lesson voucher’s expiry and it is your sole responsibility to ensure that it is redeemed prior to expiry. In addition to all of these very practical reasons for gaining a driving licence, it also feels good! Gaining a new skill, a sense of achievement, a qualification, is all very rewarding, and by purchasing our gift vouchers, you have helped that person on this exciting journey. Imagine their excitement when they hold their brand-new Pink Driving Licence for the first time, you will be in their thoughts! Martin Lewis: What the Autumn Statement means for you – including wages, benefits, pensions, ISAs, housing, national insurance and moreYou can book your practical test online, but first you need to have passed your theory test. How long is a theory test pass valid? The RAC Foundation published statistics showing that in 2018 almost one in five (20%) jobs required a full driving licence. In addition, they also analysed vacancies listed on the Education and Skills Funding Agency’s apprenticeship database and found that one in 12 (8%) apprenticeships needed the applicant to have a car or driving licence. Having a full driving licence can not only open up more diverse jobs but also the ability to look further afield for jobs, as reliance on public transport is reduced. Even if a full licence isn’t needed for a job, it’s still beneficial to have it on a C.V.! A full licence is particularly relevant in rural areas, with nearly 75% of workers travelling to work by car, and even in London, 30% of people travel to work by car. Is having a driving licence really necessary? New Driver Programme reserves the right to update and change the terms and conditions of our driving lesson gift vouchers at any time. This does not affect your statutory rights.