August 2008
28-08-08 DVLA's Improved Customer Service
Motorists will have greater flexibility when renewing their vehicle tax disc after improvements introduced by the DVLA.[This information is held on an external site]
27-08-08 Basildon's £1.5million Multi Purpose Test Centre (MPTC) coming soon
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) can announce the opening of a new £1.5 million Multi Purpose Test Centre (MPTC) at Basildon, Essex on September 29.[This information is held on an external site]
26-08-08 Driver tiredness advice from traffic officers
Highways Agency Traffic Officers in the South West are backing the THINK! road safety campaign to cut accidents caused by driver tiredness.[This information is held on an external site]
22-08-08 Youngsters get extra time on driving consultation
The consultation period on Learning to Drive has been extended by an extra 30 days and will now conclude on Monday, October 6.[This information is held on an external site]
22-08-08 Jail sentences handed to motor fraudsters
The Driving Standard?s Agency (DSA) can reveal further success in their efforts to deal with individuals who fraudulently sit the practical driving test on behalf of named candidates.
15-08-08 End of the road for driving test impersonators
Impersonators who sit driving tests for others were today issued a severe warning that their actions are being monitored and will result in prosecution with tougher sentencing by the courts.
12-08-08 Motorcycle insurance costs drop thanks to ERS
The DSA and the MIA have teamed up with leading motorcycle insurance companies to offer significant insurance discounts to all qualified bikers who successfully take part in the new `Enhanced Rider Scheme?.
12-08-08 Test vehicle legislation delayed until 2013
Legislation regarding the use of heavier vehicles for driving tests has been delayed until September 30, 2013.[This information is held on an external site]
12-08-08 Driver CPC for bus and coach industry - one month to go!
The countdown is on to the introduction of the Driver CPC for the bus and coach sector with a new testing process for professional drivers entering the industry from September 10 2008.[This information is held on an external site]
12-08-08 Countdown to driver CPC
Driver certificate of professional competence (CPC) for the bus and coach industry[This information is held on an external site]
04-08-08 Bag it and Bin it summer campaign is launched by the HA
Drivers are being reminded of the problems that litter can cause on motorways and major A roads.[This information is held on an external site]
01-08-08 Registration of number plate suppliers to be extended to Scotland & NI
New powers will see The DVLA & DVA step up the enforcement effort against number plate suppliers who break the law.
01-08-2008 Driving theory test changes for bus, coach and lorry drivers
Improving standards for professional drivers and increasing road safety measures mean that bus, coach and lorry drivers will have some additional theory test questions from August 4.[This information is held on an external site]
News
12-11-08 Highways Agency join forces at the emergency services show 2008
Staff from the Highways Agency will be on hand at this year's Emergency Services Show to showcase work they are doing to keep England's motorways and trunk roads moving.[This information is held on an external site]
13-11-08 Government steps up efforts to keep children safe
Government is taking a new approach to warning children about the dangers they can face on our roads.[This information is held on an external site]