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'Ready to Pass?' aware learners are more likely to listen to instructors’ advice  

'Ready to Pass?' aware learners are more likely to listen to instructors’ advice  

Discover how the 'Ready to Pass?' campaign is changing learner drivers' attitudes and behaviours, making them more likely to follow instructors' advice.

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Modernising motorcycle training roadshows

Posted by: Mark Winn, Posted on: 22 December 2015 - Categories: Motorcycle trainers
Motorcyclist adjusting wing mirror

...Approved Training Body (ATB) a copy of the report. We’ve also published the notes for guidance for the standards checks – these explain how we’ll assess you and what we...

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Checking your pupils' driving licence information

Posted by: Ryan Davies, Posted on: 30 November 2015 - Categories: Resources for instructors
Person using an iPad to use the GOV.UK 'view driving licence information' page

It's been 5 months since we abolished the paper counterpart to the driving licence. So it’s important to use the right service if you need to check to see what vehicles your pupils can drive or for any penalty points …

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‘Better Driving’ hits the shelves

Posted by: Sarah Scott, Posted on: 20 November 2015 - Categories: Learning to drive, Resources for instructors, Road safety features
better driving book cover

...for many years now. From the best-sellers like ‘The Official Highway Code’ and the theory test books to’ Driving a Tractor’, we cover every category of road use in almost...

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Using DVSA trade marks in your business

Posted by: Alan Lloyd, Posted on: 16 November 2015 - Categories: Resources for instructors
DVSA branding for: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, Asiantaeth Safonau Gyrwyr a Cherbydau, DVSA register of post-test motorcycle trainers

...want to use them. What we use trademarks for We use trademarks on our products to promote them, show ownership and indicate quality. Our logos are trademarks. As they’re valuable...

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How we try and keep driving tests going – whatever the weather

Posted by: Neil Wilson, Posted on: 6 November 2015 - Categories: Driving test
Cars driving in snow at a set of traffic lights

We understand that it’s frustrating for you and your pupil when we have to cancel driving tests because of bad weather; however, we only cancel if it’s absolutely essential.

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Finding DVSA on social media

Posted by: Linda Kingston, Posted on: 29 October 2015 - Categories: Resources for instructors
DVSA crown logo on a laptop

Over the last few years, the use of social media has grown worldwide, in fact it’s now very much a part of modern life.

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Meeting with the industry

Posted by: Mark Magee, Posted on: 15 October 2015 - Categories: Driving instructors
Lesley Young ( former Chief Driving Examiner) presenting at an event

...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...

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7 ways we’ve made The Highway Code easier to use online

Posted by: Bill Pope, Posted on: 8 October 2015 - Categories: Resources for instructors, Road safety features
Mobile phone on the Highway Code rule 185 page

...been promoting these services over the past 4 years. Thank you for that. So now I have a plea for you. Keep promoting these services and explain the difference they...

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Modernising motorcycle training

Posted by: Mark Winn, Posted on: 2 October 2015 - Categories: Learning to ride, Motorcycle trainers
Motorcycle wheel next to cones on motorcycle pad

Last year, we commissioned research to look at how we can improve compulsory basic training (CBT). The main aim is to have courses that better prepare learner riders to ride...

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Finding driver and rider trainer services and information

Posted by: John Ploughman, Posted on: 29 September 2015 - Categories: Resources for instructors
Phone showing the welcome to GOV.UK web page

GOV.UK is the best place to find government services and information. But with so many services all in one place, what’s the best way to find what you’re looking for?

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