Thank you dmacm01 for that detailed, helpful answer. Finally, some solid, reliable information. I'm most grateful.

My friend passed her A1 English language test in 2013 and got a spouse's visa for 30 months. That visa expires in early 2016. When she applies for Further Leave to Remain, to get a visa for another 30 months, will she have to take the A1 exam again? The exam she took is not one that is on the govern...