1st Steps
 

 To start learning to drive a car on the roads within the United Kingdom you
must have in your possession, a valid and signed provisional driving licence
and be of the correct age.
To obtain one of these you can apply by filling out a form (D1) which can
be obtained at most post offices.
 

There are some requirements you must have before you are granted a
licence.
One of these are that you should have a good eyesight and be able to
read a standard UK number plate from a distance of 20.5 metres (67 feet).
Check your eyesight at an opticians. If you have to wear glasses or contact
lenses this has to be declared on the form and you will have to wear them
whenever you drive.
 

 

 To drive a car on a provisional licence you must be accompanied by a
person (supervisor) who has held a full UK car licence for at least 3 years.

 

For more information you can obtain form D100 from most major post offices.
You can write to:- DVLA, Swansea SA6 7JL or telephone 0870-240-0009.