That leave be given to bring in a Bill to require applicants for full driving licences to have received first aid training before undertaking the practical driving test; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
12 May 2016
This bill would require applicants for a full driving licence to have completed first aid training before they can sit the practical driving test. The aim is to ensure new drivers have basic first aid skills in emergencies on the road. It creates a formal requirement within the licensing process and would be implemented by the relevant authorities.
The bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to the committee stage for detailed examination.
Generated 21 February 2026
The 2015-16 session of Parliament has ended and this Bill will make no further progress.
This Bill was introduced to Parliament on Tuesday 8 March under the Ten Minute Rule. This allows an MP to make his or her case for a new bill in a speech lasting up to ten minutes. An opposing speech may also be made before the House decides whether or not the bill should be introduced. If the MP is successful the bill is taken to have had its first reading.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
