What You Need to Get Started

You must hold a valid, signed provisional driving licence for Great Britain or Northern Ireland.
You must be able to read in good daylight with glasses or contact lenses (if you wear them), a number plate from a distance of 20.5 metres (about 67 feet).
You must be medically fit to drive. If you are taking any medication, check with your doctor that you are safe to drive.
On your driving lessons remember to wear suitable shoes. High heels, slippery or wide soles or shoes that can easily fall off can be dangerous.

Driving Licences

Currently in the UK you have to be 17 years of age to obtain a provisional licence to drive a car (unless in receipt of a full disability allowance, when you can obtain a provisional licence at the age of 16 years).
you must tell the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) if you have ever had, or currently suffer from a medical condition that may affect your vehicle control.

You can apply for a provisional driving licence from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). The application form (form D1) can be obtained from your local Post Office. For more information on Driver Licences see the Motoring Section on DirectGov