Derek FrancisFeb 23, 20221 min readWhat the driving test eyesight check might be like in the futureWe are currently consulting on a range of proposals to encourage learner drivers to be better prepared to take their driving test. One of...
Derek FrancisFeb 17, 20221 min readStorm Eunice: Driving and Riding test cancellations - DVSAStorm Eunice is expected to cause significant disruption. The Met Office has issued a rare Red Weather Warningfor parts of the UK...
Derek FrancisFeb 17, 20224 min readDriver testing services – plan B restrictions ending in EnglandFollowing the government’s announcement on the ending of plan B restrictions in England, we want to explain what these changes mean to...
Derek FrancisFeb 11, 20221 min readText message alerts for tests rearranged by DVSADVSA has started to send text messages to candidates with a practical test booking that needs to be cancelled, rearranged or put on hold....
Derek FrancisFeb 8, 20222 min readUpdate: training more examiners to be vocational examiners - DVSADVSA remains committed to supporting the government in addressing the HGV driver shortage. We are working with the Ministry of Defence...
Derek FrancisJan 29, 20221 min readDriving on motorways hub: National Highways Information to help you stay safe and feel confidentNational Highways has launched a ‘Driving on motorways’ hub that’s packed full of useful guidance and information to help you feel more...
Derek FrancisJan 29, 20229 min readChanges to the Highway Code - ADINJCChanges to the Highway Code from 29th January 2022 The Highway Code is changing this will impact significantly on what motorists need to...
Derek FrancisJan 26, 20222 min readChanges to the Highway Code at a glanceThe latest changes to The Highway Code include: Giving people walking across and people cycling going straight ahead priority when...
Derek FrancisJan 26, 20222 min readNASP statement on changes to the Highway CodeIn response to feedback and concern expressed to us by members on forthcoming changes to the Highway Code, the National Associations...
Derek FrancisJan 18, 20221 min readFees consultation results - DVSAWe wrote to you in August 2021 about our proposals to increase most DVSA statutory fees by a modest 1.5% We wanted to let you know that...
Derek FrancisJan 12, 20222 min readDVSA to close eight test centres in EnglandDVSA have today given notice of eight local test centres closing permanently across England later this year. Emails detailing the...
Derek FrancisJan 2, 20222 min readYour Pass or Fail will effect your instructorThe Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is making 2 changes to the way that approved driving instructor (ADI) standards checks...
Derek FrancisJan 1, 20221 min readGETTING A DRIVING TEST – STILL A PROBLEM 😒A estimated half a million learner drivers are waiting to take their test amid a huge backlog according to figures obtained by the AA...
Derek FrancisDec 21, 20211 min readManoeuvres - Recipe's - Method - 2022Hi all, 2021 is coming to a close and 2022 in knocking on the door, so I am already planning as to how to improve some aspects of your...
Derek FrancisDec 16, 20212 min readCar and trailer rules coming into forceWe wrote to you on 23 November to let you know that the changes to B+E testing had been re-laid in parliament to restart the process for...
Derek FrancisDec 10, 20212 min readTheory & practical test services – change to face covering legal requirements in EnglandFace coverings are now mandatory for your pupils during a theory test in England, unless they are exempt, under new temporary...
Derek FrancisDec 1, 20212 min readUPDATING THE “MOBILE PHONE” LAWSThe Government will make it illegal to use a hand-held “mobile phone” while driving under any circumstance thereby ending the legal...
Derek FrancisNov 30, 20212 min readFace masks…The government in England have announced that the wearing of face coverings will be legally required in most places including during...
