Change the DVSA validity period of Theory Tests during COVID-19

During COVID-19 those who were ready for their Driving Test are losing out as their Theory Tests are running out every month this carries on. We want the DVSA to extend the 2 year validity on theory tests that have 6 months or less from March 2020 as learners should not lose out due to Coronavirus.

This petition was rejected on 8th Jun 2020 as it duplicates an existing petition

The Petition Committee commented:
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/307479 You may also wish to sign this petition: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/312898 You can find out more about coronavirus and how you can protect yourself and others here: www.gov.uk/coronavirus https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ The Government has also created an online service to help you out what you can do if you’re struggling because of coronavirus: https://www.gov.uk/find-coronavirus-support You can read NHS tips to help if you are worried about coronavirus here: https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/coronavirus-covid-19-anxiety-tips

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The DVSA are a governing body therefore the only way that we as learners can get help with this matter is through the government and parliament. We understand why there is a rule in place for the validity of Theory Tests however, given that MOT testing has been suspended surely there is no more risk to the roads if our Theory Tests are given an extension due to the current extreme circumstances.