Homegrown talent: How DVLA is developing the next generation of digital experts
In 2018, we launched the Centre of Digital Excellence (CoDE) development programme to attract people to work and develop their digital skills at DVLA. The programme is part of our long term strategy to train people in the digital capabilities we need most.
Several years later, CoDE has delivered significant results,...Read More »
From placement to professional: my DVLA software engineering journey
DVLA has several Centre of Digital Excellence (CoDE) programmes to support career development in the digital profession.
If you’re looking to start a digital career, or simply improve your digital skills, DVLA is a great place to work. I started at DVLA as a Year in Industry student...Read More »
Gone in 60 seconds: On the road with our vehicle tax evasion enforcement team
We recently joined DVLA’s wheel-clamping partner, NSL, to find out how they’re tackling vehicle tax evasion in the Liverpool and Midlands regions.
Our visit was part of a wider campaign targeting locations of the UK where vehicle tax evasion is highest. In 2024, we took enforcement action – which includes fines and...Read More »
How I became a Trainee Software Engineer in just 4 steps!
Before becoming a Trainee Software Engineer, I had worked in various enjoyable roles within DVLA. However, digital had always been my passion and it was a discipline I really wanted to pursue.
So in 2023, with a view to beginning a new career, I joined DVLA’s digital advocacy group, Digital Voices,...Read More »
Celebrating 10 years of DVLA’s STEM programme
For a decade, DVLA’s STEM programme has supported learners across Wales get into science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Our STEM ambassadors, Mark Jones and Karen Pitt, have been at the forefront of this voluntary initiative over the past 10 years. Ahead of this year’s annual Code Challenge, they discuss what...Read More »