What we do
Transport is one of the Government's top priorities. Our purpose is to deliver the Government's strategy and the improvements in service that the public expects.
Our aim is transport that works for everyone. To that end, we will work in partnership with others to:
- tackle congestion;
- improve accessibility;
- reduce casualties;
- respect the environment; and
- support the economy.
The Department creates the strategic framework for transport services, which are delivered through a wide range of public and private sector bodies.
The central Department consists of around 1,700 people working on transport policy, strategy and support services. Policy covers all types of transport - road, rail, air and sea - and services include finance, legal matters, communication, human resources and IT.
More visible to the public, our six executive agencies deliver an important range of services from conducting driving tests to co-ordinating search and rescue operations at sea. They are:
- Driving Standards Agency (DSA);
- Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA);
- Highways Agency (HA);
- Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA);
- Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA); and
- Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA).
