January 2008
31-01-08 25th anniversary of seatbelts - 60,000 lives saved
Twenty five years of seatbelt wearing laws have helped save 60,000 lives.[This information is held on an external site]
28-01-08 New package of measures to improve stretched limousine safety
The first part of a new package of measures has been unveiled today by Road Safety Minister Jim Fitzpatrick.[This information is held on an external site]
23-01-08 VOSA collects second award for MOT Computerisation
MOT Computerisation was named winner on 22 January 2008 at the e-Government National Awards 2007.[This information is held on an external site]
22-01-08 M42 Active Traffic Management scheme wins environmental award
The innovative Active Traffic Management scheme on the M42 has won an award for its contribution to the environment.[This information is held on an external site]
14-01-08 VOSA launch consultation on fees
On 14 January VOSA will launch a consultation on a proposed increase in fees it charges for testing, inspection and other licensing services.[This information is held on an external site]
08-01-08 Highways Agency advice to drivers in forecast high winds and heavy rain this week
Drivers are being advised to take extra care on the roads and to check the weather forecast and road conditions before they travel.[This information is held on an external site]
07-01-08 VOSA prosecution leads to public inquiry
Nigel Gary Hodgson has had his operator licence revoked for forgery of a tachograph seal.[This information is held on an external site]
01-01-08 Drivers advised to take care on the roads as cold conditions expected across many parts of England
The Highways Agency is advising drivers to take extra care on the roads.[This information is held on an external site]
News
15-08-08 End of the road for driving test impersonators
Impersonators who sit driving tests for others were today issued a severe warning that their actions are being monitored and will result in prosecution with tougher sentencing by the courts.
22-08-08 Jail sentences handed to motor fraudsters
The Driving Standard?s Agency (DSA) can reveal further success in their efforts to deal with individuals who fraudulently sit the practical driving test on behalf of named candidates.
07-08-08 Road casualties in GB 2007 - estimates for accidents involving alcohol
The Department for Transport has today published provisional statistics on accidents involving drinking and driving in Great Britain in 2007.[This information is held on an external site]