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What's involved in being a driving instructor — updated 23 September 2026

Updated ADI register guide with information about the new code of practice that will be introduced from late 2026 to early 2027.

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Updated ADI register guide with information about the new code of practice that will be introduced from late 2026 to early 2027. Your responsibilities as an approved driving instructor (ADI) teaching people to drive a car, your suitability for the job, and how to qualify. Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, updated on GOV.UK on 23 September 2026: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/whats-involved-in-being-a-driving-instructor#dvsa-update-2026-09-23T13-00-08-000Z Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0: https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/

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