Derek FrancisOct 14, 20221 min readDVSA AnnouncementDue to essential maintenance work being carried out by Capita on their systems, payments will not be able to be made for theory tests on...
Derek FrancisSep 22, 20223 min readWhat we are doing to tackle companies selling driving tests for profitWe want to update you on the measures we’ve introduced so far to help learner drivers from being exploited by people and companies...
Derek FrancisSep 14, 20221 min readBank Holiday Monday 19/09/22 😡In line with National Mourning guidance our services will continue during the mourning period. We are suspending all but our most...
Derek FrancisAug 8, 20221 min readDVSA New complaints portal. (Please let them know what you think of the shambles.. Zero test dates)We have launched a new online portal for our customers who wish to make a complaint or send positive feedback. We’re committed to...
Derek FrancisAug 4, 20221 min readImproving the Ready to Pass? toolkitTAKING A DRIVING TEST? Check to see if you're ready with DVSA's simple checklist Click on the link below www.gov.uk/ready-to-pass.. DVSA
Derek FrancisJul 28, 20222 min readDriving test backlog will rumble on until January 2024 (ANJC)This item from our sponsors Marmalade was first released in January this year, but is still relevant now, possibly even more so. We...
Derek FrancisJul 28, 20221 min readDVSA Waiting lists 😡I spoke to three people this morning at the DVSA, the first two I could not understand what they were saying as there accent / language...
Derek FrancisJul 27, 20221 min readHighway Code: updated sentences for driving offencesThe Highway Code has been updated following a change in the law that affects the sentences for some driving offences. The updates are to...
Derek FrancisJun 23, 20227 min readDVSA - Mock Test - InstructorsThe Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) encourages driving instructors to carry out mock driving tests for their pupils. This can...
Derek FrancisJun 8, 20221 min readColdfield Drive 12.00 noon todayIf you do not read your signs and lines and anticipate traffic situations.. !! Two Fire engines, two Ambulances, multiple Police cars,...
Derek FrancisJun 8, 20222 min readPetrol prices hit 'frightening' new record high of 177.9p a litre, figures showPrices at the pumps have been soaring in recent months due to the war in Russia and bottlenecks in supply chains. Average petrol prices...
Derek FrancisJun 7, 20222 min readUpdate on short notice cancellations in England, Scotland and WalesFrom Wednesday 22 June, DVSA is changing its approach to the short notice cancellation of theory and practical tests for candidates with...
Derek FrancisJun 1, 20222 min readDriving test bookings: cracking down on companies exploiting learner driversYou may have seen recent media reports about companies that do not employ driving instructors profiting from selling practical driving...
Derek FrancisMay 27, 20221 min readChange of BankHi all, as from the end of this month (May 2022) I will be moving my Bank Account from: Starling Bank to: Monzo Business Account.. If you...
Derek FrancisMay 26, 20221 min readEncourage your students to pick up a copy of You’ve got this!DVSA and FirstCar magazine have worked in partnership and will shortly be launching the ‘You’ve got this!’ pack for learner drivers, to...
Derek FrancisMay 12, 20223 min readGovernment confirms intentions to legalise private e-scootersAs anticipated, the Government has announced controversial plans to legalise the public use of privately-owned e-scooters. The...
Derek FrancisMay 4, 20221 min readReverse parking manoeuvre in non DVSA car parks on driving testsFrom 9 May 2022 the DVSA can use non-DVSA car parks for the reverse park into a parking bay manoeuvre if it is assessed on a driving...
Derek FrancisApr 15, 20222 min readDVSA.. Part 3The DVSA booking centre, customer services and telephone bookings are closed until Tuesday for Easter. However, online serices are...
Derek FrancisApr 1, 20221 min readDVSA - Changes to assessing fuel efficient driving in ADI Part 2 testsFrom 19 April, fuel efficient driving will become a driving fault instead of being an educational assessment on ADI Part 2 tests. The...
