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Car insurance company Churchill has released new statistics which show that the majority of learner drivers take at least one year to pass their test.

The research follows government proposals to introduce a minimum 12 month learning period for novice motorists in a bid to make Britain's roads safer.

According to Churchill, just 30 per cent of new drivers pass their test within a year of starting to learn, while the remaining 70 per cent do so after 12 months or more.

In terms of lessons, 64 per cent of drivers require 30 sessions or more before they are able to pass, and seven per cent require more than 100.

These figures, the car insurance firm claims, show how prudent the government's plans are and demonstrate the importance of taking time to develop confidence and hazard perception on the roads.

Frances Browning, spokesperson for Churchill Car Insurance said: "Learner drivers need to accept that an investment of time, money and commitment are necessary to make them fully-equipped and confident motorists."

As well as learning for a minimum of 12 months there are also calls for new drivers to be given psychological assessments before they can be granted a full licence.


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