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The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has robust governance and accountability arrangements in place, which are published at www.gov.uk/government/organisations/driver-and-vehicle-standards-agency/about/our-governance<\/a>.<\/p> <\/p> The Cabinet Office is planning a tailored review of the DVSA\u2019s control and governance arrangements, later this financial year. The review will ensure that the DVSA is complying with recognised principles of good corporate governance, and that it has the capacity to deliver its services effectively and efficiently.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>"}
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