Driving Test Fees...Up again

T he Driving Standards Agency has announced the results of last autumn's consultation on its proposed driving test fee structure.

Theory tests for learner car drivers and motorcycle riders booked on or after 30 March will be £31 while practical tests for car drivers will cost £62 from that date.  This is a reduction of £1.50 on the proposed fee.

Fees related to the Approved Driving Instructor Registration Scheme will increase from 24 April.

DSA Chief Executive, Rosemary Thew, thanked the public for participating in the public consultation, and said: "We are doing everything we can to ensure that fees remain as low as possible for our customers - particularly during the current economic climate.

The fees continue to rise after a period of public consultation.  I'm not sure that the public really agreed that price increase was ok or remain unsure that this helps to provide a first class service.