Thirteen workers have been interdicted by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), and three others have been sacked for inappropriate behaviour.
Frank Davies, the Board Chairman of DVLA stated that anyone who disregards the Authority’s code of conduct would not be eligible for coverage. He demanded that all employees maintain exemplary standards of conduct and serve as an inspiration to others.
Mr. Davies noted that the DVLA had made some positive strides in improving services and decreasing processing times, but that it still faces issues such as delays in producing driving licences, negative attitudes from some employees, and an increase in cases of indiscipline and misconduct.
On Wednesday, August 2, in Sunyani, Bono Region, the DVLA board Chairman spoke at the kickoff of the 25th anniversary celebration and the 2023 Mid-Year Review Conference, encouraging staff to pursue new ideas to improve operations and service delivery.
In order to improve road safety and environmental sustainability, he suggested exploring new developments in technology that are in line with international standards.
Mr. Davies encouraged workers to accept change and see difficulties as learning opportunities. He gave his word that the DVLA would work hard to become a customer-focused, technologically advanced company.
On her part, the Minister for the Bono Region Justina Owusu-Banahene praised the DVLA for its efforts to improving systems, such as cutting down on delays and corruption. “Patrons are looking forward to the day when they can sit in the comfort of their homes and, through technology, renew their driver’s licences and vehicle registrations,” she said.
Madam Owusu-Banahene also talked about worries about vehicles that are safe to drive, especially older heavy-duty trucks that cause traffic problems. The Bono Regional Minister called on the DVAL to maintain the highest standards of honesty, competence, professionalism, and reliability.
According to DVLA CEO, Kwasi Agyeman Busia, electric vehicles will usher in a new era of transport that is better for the environment. He thinks that reducing the use of fossil fuels will have less of an effect on human health and the environment if we promote more energy-efficient automobiles.
He also mentioned that the DVLA has partnered with three universities in Ghana to provide on-campus driver’s education and licences to students at the University of Ghana, the University of Development Studies, and the University of Cape Coast.
