Driving instructors say rising prices are fair - but learners can't keep up
Summary
Many learners in the UK are struggling to afford driving lessons as prices rise and the cost of living remains high. A survey shows that lesson prices have increased significantly, causing many to limit their lessons or wait longer to take their driving test.Key Facts
- Paige Williams, a single mother, spends £35 per driving lesson, cutting back on essentials to afford one lesson a week.
- A DVSA survey found the most common driving lesson price is £36 to £40 per hour.
- 31.5% of instructors charge £35 or less, a decrease from previous figures.
- Instructors justify price increases, while learners feel frustrated with costs.
- Transport Department data shows driving is essential for many UK commuters and families.
- Faustina Kamara can only afford lessons once every two weeks due to high costs.
- Sandra Onuora stretched her budget and took fewer lessons, prolonging her test preparation.
- A backlog in driving tests means learners must keep taking lessons to maintain their skills.
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