Learning to Drive

The section below aims at providing you with information about learning to drive as well as travelling around Southwark. If you think that we should include more information links in this section, please let us know.

Information for learner drivers can be found on the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) website.

You can obtain official information, booklets and learner driver packs from the Driving Standards Agency. On the DSA website, you can also find lots of information on learning to ride a motorbike.

Have a look at the DSA pages for information on how to choose your driving instructor.

The following link on the DVLA website will tell you about the vehicles that you can drive and the ages required.

Information on new laws concerning drivers and advice for safe driving can be found on the Driving Standards website.

If you need to find out about the rules regarding medical conditions and driving use this link to the DVLA website.

For information about applying for a driving licence and the cost involved use this DVLA website link.

If you would like to know how to get your licence back after being disqualified use this DVLA link.

If you would like to find out more about photocard licences go to this DVLA page. To view this document you will need Acrobate Reader

Information for disabled drivers can be found on the Mobility Advice and Vehicle Information Service (MAVIS) site.

If you have special needs and are taking your driving test, check the DSA site first.

Read the highway code online at highwaycode.gov.uk

Transport in Southwark

If you are looking for information on transport-related issues within Southwark have a look at our Transport Section.

Information on controlled parking zones in Southwark can be found on our CPZ pages.

Getting around Southwark by public transport

Our Transport for London entry on the A-Z of services will give you links to all the information you might need.