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Learning to Drive |
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The
Driving Standards Agency,
(the government department responsible for national driving
standards), which carries out driving tests states that "Learning to
drive is not just about passing a driving test, modern drivers must
learn to be safe
drivers for life" |
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The Driving
Standards Agency recommends that learner drivers take lessons with an
Approved Driving Instructor (known as an A.D.I.). It is possible to
learn with a friend or relative BUT it is unlikely that anyone other
than an ADI will have the experience, knowledge and training to teach
driving correctly. All ADIs undergo special training and are examined
regularly
by
supervising
officials of the Driving Standards Agency to ensure a very high
standard of ability to teach learner drivers. |
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Most learner drivers are
required to pass a written theory test before being allowed to book a
practical driving test although they are allowed to drive before
applying for the theory test. An ADI is qualified to teach the
requirements of the written theory test and should be prepared to
assist learner drivers to study and achieve the standard required to
pass the theory test. |