DSA & DVLA say no to non-PCV licence holders instructing/supervising assessments for minibus drivers

The DSA (Driving Standards Agency) and

What the DVLA say...

What the DSA say...

New DSA fraud & Integrity Team

The DSA have recently set up a new “Fraud and Integrity Team” to investigate suspected illegal instructors. Individuals who are not suitably qualified present a significant danger to public safety and often any motor insurance in relation to the vehicle used is invalid.

The DSA take allegations of illegal instruction very seriously and so have recently appointed a dedicated Investigation Manager within the Fraud & Integrity Team to deal specifically with these types of cases.

Their role is to conduct an investigation and if there is sufficient evidence to proceed, the case is passed to the police to progress through the judicial process. ( PDF 121kb opens new window)

What to do if you or your minibus trainer or assessor is not qualified

If you or you minibus assessor/instructor is not a PCV D/D1 category holder (obtained through a separate driving test) for 3 years or more, you are advised to immediately cease training or cease to accept any training from them and politely explain the position. You are also advised to source alternative instruction and training from someone or an organisation that is professionally qualified, such as that offered through the Minibus Road safety training.