“For some, this is just another roadblock to gaining freedom and will be a hindrance to many where a driving test pass was at the centre of their plans.” The Government has been adamant since the start of the pandemic that theory test certificates will not be extended. They say this is because drivers' road safety knowledge and hazard perception skills need to be up to date when they take a driving test. The pandemic means many learner drivers have had their theory test cancelled up to four times over the past year. READ MORE A petition has been launched where learners are demanding an extension for all theory test certificates which expires in 2020 and 2021.