Overview

This bill amends the existing system for registering driving instructors in the UK, clarifying the process for re-entry to the register after expiry or voluntary removal, and making provisions for transitional arrangements.

Description

The Driving Instructors (Registration) Bill modifies the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the Road Safety Act 2006. Key changes include:

• Re-entry after Expiry: Specifies the conditions for re-registration after a driving instructor's registration has lapsed. This includes passing a new exam or a "continued ability and fitness test" depending on how long ago the registration expired and the number of times the test was failed.
• Voluntary Removal and Re-entry: Introduces a process for driving instructors to voluntarily remove their names from the register and the conditions for their subsequent re-registration. Similar conditions to those of expired registration apply.
• Amendments to Road Safety Act 2006: Aligns the amendments made by this bill with unimplemented provisions in Schedule 6 of the Road Safety Act 2006.
• Regulatory Powers: Grants the Secretary of State power to make regulations for consequential amendments, repeals, revocations, and transitional arrangements. This includes amending existing primary and secondary legislation.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't directly specify government spending figures. The cost will likely involve administrative changes to the registration process and might include additional costs associated with any new tests or training programs.

Groups Affected

• Driving Instructors: This bill directly affects driving instructors. The changes to re-registration processes impact their ability to return to work following expiry or voluntary removal from the register.
• The Driving Standards Agency (DSA): The DSA will need to implement the changes to the registration system, potentially leading to administrative adjustments.
• The Public: The public indirectly benefits as the changes aim to maintain standards among driving instructors.

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