{"id":117726,"date":"2026-02-22T07:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-22T07:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/?p=117726"},"modified":"2026-02-22T07:06:43","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T07:06:43","slug":"dvsa-issues-urgent-warning-learner-drivers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/dvsa-issues-urgent-warning-learner-drivers\/","title":{"rendered":"DVSA Issues Urgent Warning to Learner Drivers before First Lesson"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)<\/em><\/strong> is advising prospective learner drivers to confirm that their instructor is officially approved before paying for lessons. The guidance comes amid concerns that some learners may be booking sessions with individuals who are not properly registered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency issued the reminder through a social media post, directing learners to the official government website to search for qualified instructors in their area. The message is straightforward: check credentials first, hand over money later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The advice matters at a time when demand for driving lessons remains high across Britain. For many young people, securing a reliable instructor is the first step towards gaining independence on the road. The DVSA, which oversees driving tests and instructor standards, is seeking to ensure that learners receive tuition from professionals who meet national requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Official Register Allows Postcode Search for Approved Instructors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to the DVSA<\/em><\/strong>, learners can use the official \u2018find driving instructors\u2019 service available through GOV.UK<\/em><\/strong>. By entering a postcode (for example, SW1A 2AA) users can view instructors in their area who have signed up to be listed on the system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency stated in its post: \u201cLooking to start driving lessons? You can find DVSA approved driving instructors by visiting GOV.UK. Simply enter your postcode to find approved driving instructors near you.\u201d The online tool is designed to provide reassurance that an instructor holds Approved Driving Instructor status, commonly referred to as ADI<\/a><\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The DVSA oversees the standards of driving instructors across Great Britain and requires approved instructors to meet strict criteria. These include passing qualifying examinations and undergoing regular standards checks. The agency also publishes information about its continuous professional development scheme, its ADI code of practice, and the standards check process on its website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The postcode checker forms part of the DVSA\u2019s wider effort to ensure transparency for learner drivers. By using the service, learners can identify instructors who have chosen to appear on the public register and who are officially recognised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Looking to start driving lessons? \ud83d\ude97

\ud83d\udcbb You can find DVSA approved driving instructors by visiting https:\/\/t.co\/0pC3H4PeWt<\/a>.

\ud83d\udd0e Simply enter your postcode to find approved driving instructors near you.

Take a look \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/t.co\/5iVWKpyPWk<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/HAQZcZ9Met<\/a><\/p>— Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (@DVSAgovuk) February 19, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote>