Overview

This bill amends the existing regulations governing the registration of driving instructors in the UK. It clarifies the process for re-entry onto the register after expiry or voluntary removal, introducing new conditions and timeframes for re-registration.

Description

The Driving Instructors (Registration) Bill makes several key changes to the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the Road Safety Act 2006 concerning driving instructor registration:

Re-entry After Expiry

The bill outlines specific conditions for re-registration after a driving instructor's registration expires. Re-entry within one year requires meeting certain criteria. Re-entry after one year but within four years necessitates passing a "continued ability and fitness test," with a limit on the number of allowed failures.

Voluntary Removal and Re-entry

The bill allows driving instructors to voluntarily remove their names from the register. It also sets out the conditions under which they can re-enter the register after voluntary removal, similar to the conditions for re-entry after expiry, including a "continued ability and fitness test".

Amendments to Existing Legislation

The bill amends the Road Safety Act 2006, adjusting provisions related to re-entry after registration expiry and re-registration after voluntary termination. It clarifies the process and conditions for re-registration in these cases.

Secretary of State Powers

The bill grants the Secretary of State the power to make regulations to implement the changes, including transitional provisions and any necessary amendments to other legislation.

Government Spending

The bill is unlikely to significantly affect UK government spending. The primary cost implications would involve administrative adjustments to the processes of registering and monitoring driving instructors, with no specific figures provided in the bill text.

Groups Affected

• Driving Instructors: This bill directly impacts driving instructors by altering the rules regarding registration expiry, voluntary removal, and re-entry to the register. They must meet specific criteria for re-registration.
• The Driving Standards Agency (DSA): This bill changes the DSA’s responsibilities in managing driving instructor registration, including their processes for approving applications for re-registration.
• The Public: The bill indirectly affects the public by potentially influencing the quality and safety standards of driving instructors. The more stringent re-entry procedures aim to ensure driving instructors maintain competence.

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