How I became a Trainee Software Engineer in just 4 steps!
How I became a Trainee Software Engineer in just 4 steps!
One of our digital advocates, Kloe Chaplin, shares her journey to becoming a Trainee Software Engineer at DVLA.
One month to go until new vehicle tax rates come into force
There’s only one month to go until the way vehicle tax is calculated will change. As the changes will only affect new cars and some motorhomes, we thought we’d have a look to see which areas registered the highest number of …
DVLA gets out and about to the Motorcycle Trade Expo
Back in September 2016 we blogged about how DVLA is developing a new web service for our stakeholder customers to register new vehicles. Since then we have continued to develop the service based on customer feedback. Last month Alison Wolley …
Only 50 days to go until new vehicle tax rates come into force
The way vehicle tax is calculated will be changing for new cars and some motorhomes from 1 April 2017. Time is flying by and we’re just 50 days away. We’ve been busy behind the scenes and blogging regularly about what …
New vehicle tax rules moves DVLA into the world of webinar
From 1 April 2017, the way vehicle tax is calculated is changing for new cars and some motorhomes. These changes will only apply to cars registered with DVLA on or after 1 April 2017. We’ve been working closely with stakeholders …
Helping bus and lorry drivers stay safe and legal on the road
If you drive a bus or lorry, did you know that even if you’re caught speeding in your own car, there could be implications on your professional role?
Driving with diabetes: the facts
Given it’s World Diabetes Day today (Monday 14 November), what better time to highlight the potential effects of diabetes mellitus on one aspect of daily life so many people take for granted: driving. Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is …
Online medical licensing service goes into public beta
I’m really excited to tell you that our brand new online medical licensing service is now in public beta. Car drivers and motorcyclists can tell us if they have diabetes or single vision conditions by using this 24/7 service. If …
New motor tax rules from 2017: meeting motor retailers in Northern Ireland (NI)
We’ve already blogged about changes to vehicle tax from April 1 and how we’ve engaged with motor manufacturers and retailers. We've done this through different activities, ranging from workshops to presentations to round table meetings. For me, the best way …
New vehicle tax rules: an opportunity for a new web service
Back in March we blogged about the changes to how car tax is calculated from 1 April 2017. The journey so far Since my last blog we’ve worked closely with the motor industry to plan for the change from a …
Stronger together: improving vehicle first registration
With the new football season in full swing, let’s think back to Euro ’16. This year’s competition clearly showed that it is possible to achieve more when we work together as a team. Think Wales, Northern Ireland and Iceland, playing …