THINK! and the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) are joining forces to warn drivers that getting behind the wheel after a festive tipple could see them end up behind bars this Christmas.

A hard-hitting television advert highlighting the consequences of drink driving will be shown throughout December as part of the Department for Transport’s THINK! Christmas drink drive campaign.

ACPO today also launched its anti-drink and drug driving enforcement campaign, warning that young driver...
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DSA has confirmed plans to improve drink-drive rehabilitation courses following a public consultation.

In its response to the consultation, DSA has confirmed that:
a more rigorous course approval and quality assurance process will be introduced
the current minimum course fee will be dropped, allowing courses to offer better value for money
the cost of administration, compliance and quality assurance will be transferred from the taxpayer to the offender

Reducing the likelihood of re-offending

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CAR PRODUCTION increased last month, official figures showed today.

There were 137,028 cars made in the UK in October - a 6.5% rise on the October 2011 figure, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said.

Commercial vehicle (CV) production also rose last month - going up 5% to 11,899 - while engine production increased 1.2% to 239,011.

The latest figures took the year-so-far car production total to more than 1.22 million - a 9.7% rise on the January-October 2011 figure.

CV producti...
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A PLANNED 3p rise in fuel duty stands a 70% chance of being deferred, a campaigner said today after crunch talks with the Treasury.

The Government agreed to meet officials from the FairFuelUK group who had given them a report by the National Institute for Economic and Social Research.

The study says January's rise could lead to 35,000 job losses and a 0.1% cut in economic growth.

As a result of the predicted job losses and damage to growth, the tax hike would only bring in just over half the exp...
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Passage road in both directions is down to one lane yet again.  More bus stops by the looks of things.  The traffic lights on the crest of the hill are also out, so be on guard for pedestrians walking out infront of you!



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Transport and logistics isn't just for businesses directly involved in the transport sector. If you use transport in any part of your business - from providing company cars for employees to moving goods or produce or drawing up workplace travel plans – the transport and logistics theme will point you towards the information you need.

You can access us directly at businesslink.gov.uk/transport or find us in 'Your business sector' on businesslink.gov.uk.

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The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) has published a video on its YouTube channel which explains how to sign up, free of charge, for DSA Direct email alerts.

·         watch the video on YouTube

DSA is encouraging learner drivers and driver trainers to sign up for the service. It will help them to stay up to date with information about learning to drive and ride, the driving test, and road safety.

If you run your own website for learner drivers and riders, or driver trainer...

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Chancellor George Osborne delivered his first Budget, introducing it as "tough but fair", with increased living costs likely for most of the population. At first glance it appears that motorists will pay dearly, thanks to a significant hike in the VAT rate.

The standout announcement in the Budget was a change in the VAT rate from 17.5- to 20 percent. This takes effect from 4 January 2011 and will up the cost of everyday items for all. The 2.5 percent increase will have a marked effect...

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The July issue of Despatch is on its way to you. As you've signed up to DSA Direct you can also view a copy online right now.

Despatch - July 2010

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It’s celebration time this month as we mark the British driving test’s 75th anniversary.

Since a Mr J Beene took the first ever driving test in 1935, over 94 million tests have been conducted in Great Britain, playing a vital role in making the country’s roads a far safer place.

In the...

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This month marks 40 years since the introduction of the Range Rover on June 17 1970.

Land Rover's luxury 4x4 was - and still is - one of the most revolutionary cars on the road due to its ability to mix a luxurious driving experience with superb ability off-road.

The original Range Rover, now known as the Classic, remained in production for 25 years. It was replaced by the second generation model, the P38a, in 1994.

The current version arrived in 2001 and spawned the performance orient...

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New EU legislation that came into force yesterday (June 1) could help to cut the cost of servicing and repairs for motorists.

Current EU law states that a car's warranty will not be affected if it is serviced outside the franchised dealer network, as long as approved parts are used and the work is carried out to the manufacturer's specification.

Until now, independent garages had to buy approved parts from car manufacturers, but the new legislation allows parts suppliers to sell their ...

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The new independent drive will be introduced to the UK driving test in a few months time, which will take a good 10 minutes of the exam, something that a lot of learners arent looking forward to.  However, on the bright side a manoeuvre will be dropped! 

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The ABI says new drivers should have classes for at least a year

Learner drivers should take lessons for a minimum of 12 months, the Association of British Insurers has suggested.

The ABI says the measure could cut up to 1,000 serious injuries and deaths among UK drivers aged 17-21 each year.

It is also calling for l...

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Changes to ID requirements for driving tests and Driver CPC periodic training

DSA has been working closely with the Identity and Passport Service (IPS) so we can accept UK Identity Cards issued by IPS as an alternative means by which candidates may confirm their identity for all types of driving tests and Driver CPC periodic training.

Candidates for driving tests and periodic training need to produce evidence of their entitlement to drive the relevant vehicle and prove their iden...

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