Newslink October 2021

B+E:
what’s next?
08
News
Autumn of discontent
at your local DTC
More bad news for ADIs looking for
L-test slots as examiners flex their
muscles over eight tests a day – Pg 6
The end of B+E tests: where
do we go next?
MSA GB’s Peter Harvey comments as
the axe falls on car and trailer testing, a
trainer offers his own views – and the
Minister responds to NASP criticism
– Pg 8-12
18
Flaws in the
theory as
DVSA looks
to use test data on
standards checks
Plans to prioritise standards checks
based on L-test data challenged by
NASP – Pg 14
More trouble at DVLA
MPs still not happy as response to
petition leaves a lot to be desired amid
call for more changes – Pg 16
Highway Code changes
Motorway safety in the spotlight as new
guidance announced on refuges and
emergency zones – Pg 29
Anxiety up after pandemic
More drivers report concerns as they
return to the road – Pg 35
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