Learner drivers in England and Wales could face a minimum learning period of up to six months before sitting their practical test, the BBC can reveal. The government will unveil the measure, which will be subject to consultation, as part of its wider road safety strategy launched on Wednesday.

Learner drivers could face a minimum period of up to six months between sitting their theory and practical tests in England and Wales, as part of the government's wider road safety strategy.

The DfT has proposed reducing the alcohol limit in for novice motorists and those within their two-year probation period from 80mg per 100ml of blood to around 20mg.