Encouraging learner drivers to be better prepared for their test
We are working with researchers to help us to develop our campaign that will encourage learners to only book and take a driving test once they’re ready.
Mark Magee
Mark Magee was the head of DVSA's Central Policy Team, which provides policy advice and support across the agency. He retired in 2022.
Developing an app to electronically record driving tests
We’re in the process of developing an app to be used by driving examiners to record driving tests electronically. Find out more about this work and how it will benefit candidates taking their test.
Improving the ‘find your nearest driving instructor’ service
To help learner drivers make an informed decision about who teaches them, we’ve made some improvements to the ‘find your nearest driving instructor’ service.
Making sure you're prepared for the changes to the ADI part 3 test
In this blog, I’ll address the most frequently asked questions and give you information on what you need to do to make sure you’re prepared for the changes being introduced in October 2017.
Updating you on the ADI part 3 test
Last September, we told you about the proposed changes we’re making to the ADI part 3 test. We've been busy since then and in this short blog post, I want to tell you about what's happened and what you can do to prepare.
Improving the ADI part 3 test
Over the past few months, we’ve been speaking to the approved driving instructor (ADI) industry and organisations on DVSA’s Official Register of Driving Instructor Trainers (ORDIT) about improving the training...
Add your grade to ‘find your nearest driving instructor'
...email, and phone number to learner drivers looking for driving lessons. It will also display if you’ve: agreed to abide by the voluntary ADI code of practice committed to doing...
Meeting with the industry
...gives us a good opportunity to meet new faces, catch up with the more familiar faces, and to get feedback on our plans and hear about any burning issues within...
Protecting the reputation of the driver training industry
The vast majority of instructors maintain a high professional standard and are a credit to the driver training industry. To make sure this continues, it’s important that DVSA takes appropriate...
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'Ready to Pass?' campaign toolkit for driving instructors
Find graphics to use on your social media and website to encourage your pupils to be ready to pass the driving test.