A round up of this month's news
DSA publications updated
DSA has released new editions of its offi cial publications for drivers and riders. The updated titles are available in book format or CD-ROM and, for the first time, as an instant access download. The practical test DVD for car drivers has also been updated to include information on independent driving, in preparation for changes to the test this October. For full details of all available titles, go to tsoshop.co.uk/dsa


Business Link: new links for instructors
New links have been set up so approved driving instructors (ADIs) can quickly and easily access information about their profession on Business Link.

businesslink.gov.uk/adi- General information and services for all driving and motorcycle instructors
businesslink.gov.uk/manageadi- The online service for ADIs to manage their registration

Jail sentence for test impersonator
A man who impersonated theory and practical driving test candidates has been sent to prison for 20 months following a joint investigation by DSA and Suffolk Police. Read the press release


Driving test stats published
DSA has published statistics on practical driving tests, including test volumes and pass fail rates by age, attempt and region. View the statistics


Book direct, book Directgov
Don't let your pupils pay any extra for their theory and practical test bookings - make sure they always use the offi cial booking service on Directgov. direct.gov.uk/booktheorytest and direct.gov.uk/bookpracticaltest


Withdrawal of test routes
To help make the driving test more representative of real driving, as of 4 October DSA will no longer publish details of test routes. This change is being made to support the introduction of independent driving. Read the press release


Get in touch
For the latest DSA news and information visit dft.gov.uk/dsa


Information for candidates is available on direct.gov.uk/motoring and driver and rider trainers can visit businesslink.gov.uk/transport
Book and manage your test appointments at direct.gov.uk/drivingtestor businesslink.gov.uk/transport
A list of useful telephone numbers, including information on the fast track system, can be found at dft.gov.uk/dsa
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