Advice issued to learner drivers regarding examiner strikes

Date: 3/5/2012

Learner drivers have been advised to turn up for their driving tests next week, despite the potential for strike action among examiners.

Some examiners are protesting on May 10th, but the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) noted not all are members of unions, so some will be working as normal on that day.

Therefore, learners should still attend their appointment and if it cannot go ahead, the DSA will automatically book a new test.

Individuals will be able to claim out of pocket expenses if this is the case, however they will not be permitted to do this if they fail to attend the appointment.

Examiners who are members of the Public and Commercial Services union went on strike on June 30th and November 30th last year due to issues regarding pay and pension.

Chief Executive of the DSA Rosemary Thew said: "We apologise for the inconvenience this will cause and will do everything we can to minimise disruption for our customers."

Posted by Mary Treen