The proposed measures include a lower drink-driving limit in England and Wales and a minimum of six months in between theory and practical tests.

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Learner drivers will now be quizzed on their life-saving CPR skills when taking their theory tests. The new questions on CPR and defibrillators will be added to theory tests from early next year.