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Our coaching insider voices his concerns about how the introduction of learner drivers onto motorways might impact on the safety of coach drivers and their passengers

The new rules have been introduced to give new drivers broader experience on the roads and teach them how to safely and effectively use a motorway

From 3 June 2018 there was an amendment to the Highway Code which changes Rule 253. For the purposes of lessons and experience, learners will be able to drive on motorways so long as they’re accompanied by an approved driving instructor in a car with dual-controls displaying L plates. […]

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