Getting started, 3 articles
Private practice and L plates
3 guides in the private practice and l plates section of getting started. Pick any to read in full.
- Guide, 5 min readPrivate Practice Rules
UK rules on private driving practice with a supervisor: who can supervise (21+, 3 years), L plates, learner insurance and practice tips.
Read article - Guide, 5 min readL Plate Rules
UK L plate rules: legal sizing (178mm square), front and rear placement, D plates in Wales, R plates in NI and when to remove after passing.
Read article - Guide, 5 min readLearner Driver Insurance
How learner driver insurance works in the UK in 2026: standalone short-term policies, named-driver on family cover, black box telematics, and what really affects the premium.
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