Whopity
I agree, and did follow the correct procedure but needed to get the exemption before recommending for test, and then before getting the approval for test.
It did get a bit fraught trying to get the paperwork in order on time. I had a verbal agreement from Gatwick several weeks ago that it was ok, and just needed the hard copy in my hand. As it was he completed the test successfully yesterday in the better weather.
I'm still waiting for a candidate to get his license from his test which I did on 2nd July. All the paperwork is correct, and can not get an answer why it is taking so long.