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The huge lockdown backlog of learner drivers waiting to take their tests

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Don't miss a thing by getting the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox Almost 500,000 driving tests have been cancelled during the coronavirus lockdowns, it has been revealed.

The figures were released as tests resume in England and Wales from today - Thursday. Restrictions still in place, however, mean face coverings must be worn at all times for learner drivers and their instructors.

And drivers are being urged to get a lateral flow test before taking their driving test - even if they have no Covid symptoms.

The cancellations have led to long waiting lists for learner drivers trying to take their tests. The average waiting time for a driving test across the UK is currently 17 weeks.

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