"We promised more tests, and we've delivered. It's fantastic that the DVSA has carried out over 20,000 more tests in September this year. We inherited a broken system, with learners ready to ditch their L plates but unable to get a test. That's why we instructed the DVSA to take further measures this year, and we're now seeing real improvement."
"We're incentivising driving examiners to carry out more tests, nearly doubling the number of trainers available to teach new examiners, unlocking more tests. There's still more to be done and we will make sure the DVSA continues to do all they can to reduce waiting times, breaking down the barriers of opportunity."
An increase in available driving test slots aims to tackle a severe backlog as booked practical tests in Britain rose 15% year-on-year to 668,128 at the end of September. The DVSA attributed the backlog to higher demand and earlier bookings by learners. September saw 168,644 practical tests conducted, a 14% rise from a year earlier. The pass rate fell to 49.9%, a six-month low, and officials urged learners not to book until confident. The government is consulting on booking-system changes to block bots. Measures include incentivising examiners and expanding examiner training to unlock more tests.
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