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Driving

Being able to drive gives you the independence to go where you want, when you want.  Let us help you get in the driving seat!

Disability Action can help you in all aspects of driving – from practical and theory lessons to assessment and information and advice.


Interested in working as a self-employed instructor or driving assessor for us?

Interested in working as a self-employed instructor or driving assessor for us?

Information for Approved Driving Instructors (ADI) and qualified drivers interested in teaching disabled people to drive. Read more

Published: 10th November, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Driving Lessons

Driving Lessons

Learning or re-learning to drive can be a daunting experience but don’t worry, here at Disability Action we have a team of dedicated staff that will support you along every step of the way. Read more

Published: 19th October, 2017

Updated: 9th June, 2025

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Assessments

Assessments

We undertake driving assessments on behalf of Driver Vehicle Agency (DVA) and Motability Read more

Published: 18th October, 2017

Updated: 9th April, 2025

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Theory training courses

Theory training courses

We offer a course of training sessions to assist people with a learning disability to attain a pass in their theory test. Read more

Published: 17th October, 2017

Updated: 30th January, 2025

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Connor's story

Connor's story

Connor Smyth learned to drive with Disability Action - he shares his story in his blog post Read more

Published: 23rd August, 2017

Updated: 21st February, 2018

Author: Michelle McCoy

Driving Information

Driving Information

All the information you need to know about driving including applying for lessons and the Motability Scheme. Read more

Published: 3rd April, 2017

Updated: 17th July, 2018

Author: Michelle McCoy

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    Learning or re-learning to drive can be a daunting experience but don’t worry, here at Disability Action we have a team of dedicated staff that will support you along every step of the way.

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