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I could be wrong, but that was certainly the original plan when the scheme was first trialled.<\/p>\n<p>I think I\u2019ll open betting on how long it takes for the Watnall residents to start complaining about all the learners who will undoubtedly be flocking back there! I\u2019m sure there will be notices on the wall for ADIs to ignore asking them to avoid certain locations within a fortnight. Mind you, the only bad thing about Watnall for me is that there\u2019s nowhere to get a decent coffee or something to eat. Oh, two things. The waiting room is uncomfortable, too!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This email alert from the DVSA states that tests will cease to be conducted out of Clarendon Street as of 29 August 2014. However, Watnall will now re-commence conducting car tests as of 15 September 2014. The email says that tests will be available every day. 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