Craig Riddoch Driver Training

22/04/2026

Fantastic drive and result for Faryl Taylor today, passing her driving test at the 1st attempt with only 1 minor driving fault.

Hamilton roads are like the dodgems just now with road closures/ temp traffic lights so to return with just the 1 driving fault reflects a great result.

It’s been a pleasure to support you reaching you goal today and you will have the summer to really enjoy your car and the freedom you now have; you may have a few taxi requests too 🚕

Big thanks to Sharron and John who provided lots of extra private practice to get Faryl 100% ready for today.

Safe driving and see you around 🚙🚗🫡

17/03/2026

Most recent updates on car test bookings. The ‘maximum 2 changes’ from 31st March had been communicated previously, the 12th May and 9th June changes have just been announced today.

A key change here is PUPILS will have to take full responsibility to make all bookings/ changes/ swaps from 12th May; instructors won’t have access to the booking system to help you.

Some more details of the later changes have still to be confirmed eg how can you ‘swap’ with another pupil via the contact centre when both pupils need to give agreement but that will come.

End game here is to ‘try’ and reduce the waiting times for test and stop the ‘Bots’ getting tests/ rogue instructors selling tests above the standard fee. Just don’t expect it to happen overnight.

We’re putting learners in control of their car driving test bookings 🚘

If you’ve got a booking or you’ll be looking for a test soon, make a note of these dates 📅

31 March 2026 – only 2 changes can be made to a booking

12 May 2026 – only learners are allowed to book a test and make changes

9 June 2026 – learners can move their booked test only to nearby centres

By changing who can book car and change driving tests, we’re aiming to reduce the re-selling of driving tests, giving the power back to learners 💪

Read more on GOV.UK 👇

https://ow.ly/uP1T50YuHaJ

16/03/2026

Great result today for Ross Griffin, passing his driving test at the first attempt, returning with only 4 little driving faults.

Your journey hasn’t always been plain sailing (well driving) but you always worked hard, took feedback on the chin and showed that determination to get that pass certificate that brings you that freedom. You got what your hard work deserved today, so well done 👏 👏

Keep up that safe driving and I look forward to seeing your car once you finalise what you are buying. Happy motoring 🚙🚗🫡

06/03/2026

Well you only went and smashed it - your driving test that is Emily McFadden.

Fantastic result today for Emily passing her test 1st time at Hamilton, returning with just a few driving faults.

It’s been a busy time for you, with your placement and ‘Big Birthday’ next week, so glad you took the time out to get that pass certificate today. 🤣🤣

We have had a few laughs along the way and so pleased you got your reward today.

Enjoy your car shopping, keep up the safe driving and I look forward to seeing you on the road 🚗🚙🥳🫡

11/02/2026

Fantastic result today for Max Tyrrell on passing his driving test and becoming a full licence holder (and taxi driver)🏆

From Day 1 you have been so focussed to get that pass and throwing yourself into every lesson, just looking to get better and better; a great attitude to have.

With loads of extra hours in your mums car (is that yours now 😉) it’s understandable you felt most comfortable taking the test in her car today and you got that result. Congratulations 👏👏

Been a pleasure helping you on your journey and I’ll see you on the road. Stay safe 🚙🚗🫡

21/01/2026

Brilliant result today for Grace Hawkins who passed her test at the 1st attempt in Hamilton, returning with just 3 little Driving Faults.

The roads around Hamilton have been exceptionally busy the last few days with road closures, but this had no impact on a nice controlled drive.

It’s been fantastic to see you progress along your driving journey to the competent, confident driver your have become.

Time now for you to finalise buying that 1st car and look forward to seeing you on the road. Stay safe 🚙🚗🫡

14/01/2026

Congratulations to Rune Martin on a fantastic 1st time pass at Hamilton today, returning with just 4 little driving faults.

When you talk about being cool as a cucumber, Rune was that man today and just approached his test like any other lesson. It’s been a pleasure to help you reach today’s goal and I know you will keep up the safe driving; it’s just what you do.

Enjoy your freedom and I’ll see you on the roads 🚗🚙🫡

05/01/2026

What a start to 2026 with a 1st time pass AND zero faults for Ross Dow.

Last year was the year Ross decided it was time to get that Driving Licence and he really threw himself into his lessons. Never one to blow his own trumpet he always wanted to improve and get better and better. Well today you showed the examiner a controlled and safe drive from start to finish. 👏👏

I couldn’t be happier for you to achieve you driving goal today and I know you will now enjoy looking for that special 1st car.

It’s been a pleasure supporting you through your driving journey and enjoy the freedom and opportunities it will bring. 🚙🚗🫡

12/11/2025

Fantastic result for Megan O’Rourke today, passing her driving test at the 1st attempt in Hamilton.

It’s natural to have some nerves on test day but Megan locked them away and got that pass certificate she so deserved after all her hard work.

I’m not sure how I’ll manage without our ‘will I take off now’ or ‘ I’ll just stop after the runway’. At least I didn’t have any ‘exit here, here or here’. 😉 You guessed Megan’s job yet?? ✈️✈️✈️

Enjoy your holiday before some serious car searching begins. Enjoy your freedom on the road (sure your taxi drivers will be pleased to let you do the airport runs now) See you about 🚙🚗

27/10/2025

Brilliant result today for Olivia Ross, passing her driving test in Hamilton.

Winter may be fast approaching but today it was a low sun that needed some extra caution when out on the roads. Olivia kept her eyes on the prize and came back with that pass. 👊

It’s been great to see how you have progressed from your 1st lesson to the confident driver you are today.

Maintain that safe driving and look forward to seeing you on the road in your wee car 🚗 🚗