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
We’ve been speaking to the approved driving instructor industry and organisations about improving the training and testing of trainee driver instructors. In this blog post, I’ll be talking about how we’re proposing to change the ADI Part 3 test and the reasons for doing so.
Add your grade to ‘find your nearest driving instructor'
From today (Thursday 28 July 2016), you can opt-in to display your standards check grade on the ‘find your nearest driving instructor’ service on GOV.UK.
Meeting with the industry
Earlier this month (Sunday 4 October), both Lesley Young and I attended and presented DVSA’s future plans at this year’s ADINJC Annual conference.
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 action whenever someone’s conduct falls below what is expected.
Related content and links
'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.