Emergency theory tests for critical workers
The DVSA will no longer be offering a separate emergency theory test service for critical workers as customers can now book them as normal, and they have added extra capacity by:
increasing our opening hours to include evenings and weekends
opening 10 temporary larger theory test centres in England
Emergency practical tests for critical workers
Due to the backlog and high demand for practical driving tests, the DVSA will continue to offer a priority service for critical workers in England or Wales that work for one of the following:
the NHS, in health or social care
the emergency services
a local council
To qualify the individual must also:
need to drive as part of their job
respond to ‘threats to life’ as part of their job
What this means to you
If anyone qualifies for the service they will need to talk to their employer who will need to apply for them. They can find out more by visiting the emergency driving test for critical worker pages on GOV.UK