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Driving Instructors Convicted of Sexual Offences (suspension) Bill

To make provision for the immediate suspension from the Register of Approved Driving Instructors of driving instructors convicted of sexual offences; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

28 October 2008

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Bill would allow the immediate suspension from the Register of Approved Driving Instructors (the ADI register) for any driving instructor who is convicted of a sexual offence. It aims to protect learners by removing convicted instructors from teaching duties right away, with any further action determined later. It also covers related provisions to support these changes.

Key Points

Immediate suspension from the ADI register for driving instructors convicted of sexual offences
Suspension to be applied promptly, pending any further legal action or decision
Applies to instructors currently on the ADI register (and potentially to future registrations)
Supports safeguarding of learners and public protection in driving instruction
Currently at the second reading in the House of Commons; next steps would include committee stage if it progresses

Progress

The bill is at the second reading stage in the House of Commons. If it advances, it would proceed to committee stage and subsequent readings.

Who is affected?

Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs) on the RegisterPeople learning to drive and their families/guardiansRegulators and government departments responsible for driving standards (e.g., DVSA / Department for Transport)Driving schools or organisations employing ADIs

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