The new rules will be introduced in October and are described as the most significant reform of driver licensing for 70 years ...

As part of the new rules, there will be a period of six months with nighttime driving restrictions for new drivers under 24, ...

Reforms - said to be the most significant in 70 years - will see similar rules to Australia, the US and Republic of Ireland.

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced major changes to the driver licensing system ...

Roads minister Liz Kimmins hails the new rules as "the biggest ever to driver tests and licensing".