The Complete Guide to Driving Licences in the UK (2026)

This guide was written and reviewed by the team at GS Driver Training — a DVSA-recognised HGV, LGV, CPC, C1, and PCV training school based at Dunsfold Aerodrome, Surrey. With over 20 years of experience and 7 consecutive industry awards, our instructors hold current DVSA ADI qualifications and train hundreds of professional drivers every year. All content is reviewed annually to reflect the latest DVLA, DVSA, and government funding rules.