Top myths about DVSA roadside enforcement
Mark Horton, DVSA Enforcement Policy Specialist, debunks the top myths surrounding our roadside enforcement role.
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The importance of keeping windscreens clear - a tragic reminder
In October 2017 NHS Doctor, Suzanna Bull was killed by a lorry driver whilst cycling in Birmingham. Our blog post reminds lorry drivers of the importance of keeping their windscreens clear of obstructions.
News Year’s enforcement dishonours list
We're sharing some of the worst roadside offenders that our enforcement officers spotted on our roads last year as we enter 2020.
Halloween hall of HGV horrors
As Halloween creeps up on us, we thought we’d share with you these recent horror stories that our enforcement officers have spotted on our roads.
Helping you carry out effective daily walkaround checks
Dave Wood, DVSA’s Enforcement Policy Manager explains how we've made it easier for you to carry out effective walkaround checks.
DVSA enforcement shockers: May 2019
Vehicle examiner Gareth Prismick, who runs the DVSA Enforcement Twitter account, takes you through some of the worst things our enforcement teams have found at the roadside recently.
Why we trialled body cams for enforcement staff
DVSA Enforcement Manager Matt Barker tells you about why we decided to trial body cams for our enforcement staff, how the trial went and what we're doing next.
Historical drivers' hours offences: 1 year on
It's been 1 year since DVSA started being able to issue fines for up to 5 drivers' hours offences committed in the previous 28 days. On the first anniversary, DVSA enforcement policy manager Mark Horton tells you how it's gone.
International Women’s Day: DVSA Director of Enforcement Marian Kitson
To mark International Women's Day, Marian Kitson talks about her time as a woman working in enforcement at DVSA and HMRC.
How our new search app makes enforcement checks quicker
Our frontline enforcement staff have started using an innovative new search app that's set to save you time at enforcement stops.