(1)  A learner licence, other than a heavy vehicle learner licence, is to be issued –

(a) for 5 years in the case of a novice driver other than a novice rider; and

(b) for 12 months in any other case.

(2)  A heavy vehicle learner licence expires –

(a) if the licensee holds only one other driver licence other than a learner licence, on the date on which the other licence expires; or

(b) if the licensee holds more than one other driver licence other than a learner licence, on the latest expiry date of those licences.