Paper driving licence changes: what you need to know

DVLA improves system to help Brits trying to hire cars abroad after scrapping paper driving licence

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The UK driving test rules come into effect on 4 December
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The DVLA has been attempting to improve its driving licence checking system after British holidaymakers complained of difficulties in hiring cars abroad.

In the biggest change since the introduction of the photocard licence, the DVLA officially abolished the green paper counterpart driving licence on 8 June in a bid to streamline services and save money.

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