Learning to Tow - Quick Q

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I looked into it a couple of years ago but i know things can change!
When learning to tow - can you still tow with L plates on as long as the passenger with you can tow (either by passing the test or due to passing before 97) - i know there was talk of it changing so that they HAD to have passed their test but i was wondering if this had come in yet?
Thanks
 
luckilotti said:
I looked into it a couple of years ago but i know things can change!
When learning to tow - can you still tow with L plates on as long as the passenger with you can tow (either by passing the test or due to passing before 97) - i know there was talk of it changing so that they HAD to have passed their test but i was wondering if this had come in yet?
Thanks
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This will answer it all -

SUPERVISING A B+E LEARNER
In April 2010 new rules were introduced for those supervising certain learner drivers but they only affected those supervising VOCATIONAL categories such as C1 C1+E D1 & D1+E where the supervising driver had those categories given to them for free when they passed a pre 1997 car test.
They do not affect those with a pre 1997 B+E licence who wish to supervise a B+E learner.
All B licence holders have B+E provisional on the paper part of their licence and can tow an empty or loaded trailer on all roads including motorways.
The usual rules apply when a learner is driving -
The supervising driver must be aged over 21
The supervising driver must have held a B+E licence for at least 3 years
L plates must be fitted to the front of the vehicle and the rear of the trailer
Correct insurance for a B+E learner
 
duh lol!
i felt sure i had just read it and reread your post a few times but totally missed it - i shouldnt be allowed online when i have a mirgraine!

on another note - just bought a trailer!

now, just need to see how i am at this towing before i put my 3.5 tonne box on the market (a farmer tried to teach me back in 2001ish with my pony trailer but i couldnt get reversing... but i hadnt long passed my test etc so......fingers crossed!)
 
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