Written questions

Driving Instruction: Rural Areas

Commons · Question 47137 · Tabled 22 Apr 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 30 Apr 2025

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department is taking steps to help reduce the cost of driving lessons for learners in rural areas.

Answer

Answered by Lilian Greenwood, 30 Apr 2025

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency does not employ driving instructors and so has no power or control over what they charge for their services, including lessons. Fees charged by Approved Driving Instructors (ADI) for driving lessons anywhere in the ...