The Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) was forced to pay a private firm a £1.5m settlement and incurred a further loss of £3.6m following a dispute over equipment at its test centres. This information has been revealed in the agency’s latest accounts.
The conflict stemmed from disagreements regarding the installation and use of equipment, ultimately resulting in significant financial penalties for the public body. The DVA’s accounts highlight the total financial impact of the dispute, which exceeded £5 million when combining the direct settlement payment and the additional losses.
The details of the dispute underscore the challenges faced by public sector agencies in managing contracts with private firms for critical infrastructure. The settlement and associated financial losses raise questions about the procurement and oversight processes for such projects, particularly when they involve essential public services like vehicle testing.
Source: Belfast Telegraph
john darby
least informative article I’ve ever read what equipment ?
Brian Worth
So what was the problem ? Has anyone been sacked ?
Dave
And…?