The latest issue of Despatch is now available online.
The lead article covers the fact that from 2012 the question bank for the theory test will no longer be available to the public (that includes ADIs).
There’s also an article on a current trial which is looking at changing the syllabus for learners. It puts a greater emphasis on the learner learning for themselves instead of just being told what to do. I must admit that I’m a bit miffed about this, because I don’t actually “tell” my learners how to do anything (well, except for one yesterday who simply cannot steer the right way on any manoeuvre after many hours of trying!)
Trial results will be available in Spring 2012, so any changes would be made some time after that.
EDIT: The most recent DSA news update says the change comes into force from 23 January 2012.