That's it, the office is closed, wife unchained from the computer and looking forward to a weeks holiday. Hope you and your families have a wonderful Christmas and all the Very Best for 2017.

I'd like to say a BIG thank you to the DVLA, and I'm sure my pupil would also. I'm officially on holiday, was considering spending a few days with friends in other parts of the country. Then a pupil booked his driving test this coming Wednesday and as he has his own car was looking forward to being able to get out over Christmas.

I cancelled my trip and today the DVLA cancelled his test because there aren't any examiners available.

While I was working hard the wife was living it with at GMPs Chief Constables 'do gooders' Christmas Party

Well done to Daniel Bissell on passing his test first time with just three minors. Now he believes me that examiners don't try to catch you out so they can fail you. Drive Safely Dan and thanks for the wine.