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15/04/2026

The Highway Code turns 95 today. 🎉

To mark the occasion, TSO has published a blog post exploring its history. 📝

The blog post delves into the history of The Highway Code and its changes along the way. From rules you might not have known ever existed to guidance you can still read about today. 🚗

To read the blog post, visit: https://ow.ly/iTK350YIKjb

14/04/2026

If you’re 70 or over, you need to renew your driving licence every 3 years.

Do it online – you'll get your new licence within a week!

Get started by going to www.gov.uk/renewat70

17/03/2026

13/03/2026

Congratulations Emma on a first time
Pass today with just 1 minor. Fantastic result, well done! 🚗💨💨

26/02/2026

Wow Jordan……congratulations on passing your test today first time today! Well done.
Stay safe out on the road 🚗💨

24/02/2026

Due to renew your driving licence? Do it online at www.gov.uk/renewdrivinglicence

It’s easy, quick and secure to renew on GOV.UK. ✅

29/01/2026

Congratulations Charlie on a fantastic pass today. Stay safe out there 🚗💨

27/01/2026

Northern Ireland will become the first area of the UK to bring in graduated driver licensing for learner drivers in a bid to reduce the amount of fatal road crashes involving young people, it has been announced.

The rules, due to be introduced in October, are aimed at 17 to 23-year-olds and will include a six-month wait for learner drivers before taking a practical test, as well as restrictions on night-time driving and passenger numbers.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cew87q890pyo

16/12/2025

We don't want a lot for Christmas, but there is just one thing we need... Please don't block the streets this Christmas, or the fire engine can't proceed.

Make our wish come true, and park safely so we can get through 🚒🚑🚓

In all seriousness, blocking access by parking inconsiderately slows us down responding to those in need. Think before you park when visiting loved ones this Christmas 🎄🎅

08/12/2025

Keep a clean line of sight in your windscreen 🚗💨

27/11/2025

Congratulations Amy for passing your driving test first time today with great feedback from the examiner. Well done and stay safe 🚗💨

26/11/2025

THE 1.5 METRE RULE: WHY IT MATTERS 🚲

When you pass a cyclist, you are not just overtaking a bike.
You are overtaking a human being with no protective shell, no airbags, no crumple zones, and no margin for your misjudgement.

The Highway Code is clear.
At speeds up to 30mph, you must leave at least 1.5 metres when overtaking a cyclist.
More if the road is narrow, potholes are present, or your speed is higher.

Why so much space?

Because cyclists move.
Wind pushes them.
Potholes force them out.
Passing too close can make them wobble, panic, or collide with the kerb.
A close pass that feels “fine” from a driver’s seat can feel terrifying and life-threatening on two wheels.

A safe driver plans the overtake.
Slows down.
Waits for a clear view.
Gives the space they would want if it were their own child, partner, or friend on that bike.

Close passing is not just inconsiderate.
It is dangerous.
It is illegal and it is completely avoidable.

Safe driving is not a skill you learn once.

It is a habit you maintain forever.