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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

Parliament last updated

28 October 2008

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If enacted, the bill would require the immediate suspension from the Register of Approved Driving Instructors for any driving instructor who is convicted of a sexual offence. This is intended to protect learners by removing instructors with such convictions from teaching, and it includes related measures to support the suspension. The move emphasises swift action once a conviction is recorded.

Key Points

Immediate suspension from the Register of Approved Driving Instructors for driving instructors convicted of sexual offences.
Suspension would take effect promptly after conviction (not waiting for longer investigations).
Aims to protect learners and uphold safety in driving instruction.
Includes provisions for related or connected measures to implement and administer the suspension.

Progress

The bill is currently at its second reading in the House of Commons. It originated in the Commons and had its first reading in 2008.

Who is affected?

Driving instructors registered on the Register of Approved Driving InstructorsLearners and people receiving driving lessonsDriving schools and employers of instructorsThe Register of Approved Driving Instructors (and its administering body)

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21 Oct 2008

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