Alex Attwood explains why he is considering big changes to learner driver rules here
May 16, 2012, 09:49 AM
Some big changes on the learner driver rules are being considered by environment Minister - Alex Attwood. These changes could include - Allowing people to apply for a provisional license before they turn 17 years old - Allowing new test drivers to travel on the motorway at a maximum speed of 70mph, instead of the current 45mph - A lower blood alcohol concentration level.