[2025] UKFTT 01339 (GRC)

The Tribunal has considered this appeal brought by Attique Ur Rehman against the decision of the Registrar of Approved Driving Instructors dated 14 May 2025, refusing the Appellants application for a third trainee licence under Section 129 of the Road Traffic Act 1988. The appeal is dismissed.

The Tribunal find that the Registrar's decision was lawful, reasonable, and proportionate, for the following reasons:

The Registrar correctly identified that the statutory scheme under Section 129 is designed to provide a limited opportunity for candidates to gain practical experience while preparing for the qualifying examinations. The Tribunal agree with the interpretation that it is not intended to serve as an alternative to registration or to allow indefinite instruction under a trainee licence.

The Tribunal note the Appellant has already benefited from two trainee licences spanning 12 months, which exceeds the standard six-month period typically afforded for gaining experience.