Some L-drivers learn faster than others

THOMAS Harrington, an advanced driving examiner, says (Letters, August 11) I contradict myself, but there is nothing contradictory in saying that driving lessons are a good idea but it should not be compulsory to have a minimum of 20 hours, although he claims 40 hours are needed.

Some people are fast learners or are able to learn from books, DVDs and other drivers.

The driving test is designed to establish the candidate has a certain minimum level of skill and knowledge – how this standard is achieved is irrelevant.