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Changes to the Highways Code that take effect 29th January 2022

As of 29th January 2022, there will be new additions and/or changes to the Highway Code centred around three main points: A Hierarchy of Road Users is being introduced A change in priorities regarding pedestrians Drivers will be required to give priority to cyclists in certain situations Each other these points is covered in greater detail at this [link].

Legal Advice, News & Updates January 24, 2022 6138Views 0Like 0Comment

Office of the Traffic Commissioner: Changes to VOL

The following is taken from an email circular released by the Office of the Traffic Commissioner: Are you registered on VOL? When did you last read the Terms & Conditions on the usage of VOL? If you represent an operator and use the on-line service, then please review the changes made to the terms and conditions for online access. The main changes are for representatives: Representatives If you are applying on behalf of an operator or applicant you must ensure that this is clear. You…

Compliance, News & Updates January 19, 2022 694Views 0Like 0Comment

Free courses for HGV drivers

Under the UK Skill bootcamp system, there are a number of free courses aimed at the haulage industry. The course fall into three categories: Those new to HGV driving Those looking to upgrade their existing HGV driver's license Those returning to the HGV industry Most courses are flexible, held over 16 weeks and are free to anyone aged 19 and over who lives in England; and is either employed or seeking employment. The current course centres and their contact…

Industry News, News & Updates January 18, 2022 1218Views 0Like 0Comment

Update to relaxation of the enforcement retained EU Drivers’ hours rules

The Department for Transport & the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency have updated the document "Temporary relaxation of the enforcement of the retained EU drivers’ hours rules: all road haulage sectors in Great Britain (until 10 February 2022)" on the Gov.uk website. The relaxation will now run from 12:01am tomorrow (12th January 2022) until 11:59pm on 10th February 2022. You can read about the relaxation in full at this [link].

Compliance, Industry News, News & Updates January 11, 2022 983Views 0Like 0Comment

Changes to how you move goods between Great Britain and the EU from 1 January 2022

The following is taken from an email circular released by HM Revenue & Customs, as well as the DVSA: From 1 January 2022, any goods moved between Great Britain and the EU, except for the island of Ireland, will require full customs controls. The full article covers such issues as: Moving goods from the island of Ireland to Great Britain Moving goods from Great Britain to EU Moving goods from the EU to Great Britain Moving goods through…

Compliance, Industry News, News & Updates January 6, 2022 908Views 0Like 0Comment

Unite is concerned with UK Government plans to extend HGV Driver Hours

Unite, the UK’s leading union, which represents tens of thousands of HGV drivers, has reacted with dismay to the news that the government is intent on further relaxing regulations governing how long lorry drivers can work. You can read their article on the issues and their concerns at this [link].

Compliance, Legal Advice, News & Updates January 5, 2022 6969Views 0Like 0Comment

Correction Notice – Covid-19 Advice

The following is taken from an email circular released by the Office of the Traffic Commissioners: On 21 December 2021 the Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain updated their guidance to operators on Coronavirus (COVID-19). Unfortunately the PDF version of the advice was an incorrect version. This has now been rectified and you may wish to view the correct advice at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/advice-heavy-goods-and-public-service-vehicle-operators-covid-19 The HTML version was correctly updated. We apologise for this error and any inconvenience caused.

Compliance, News & Updates December 22, 2021 5019Views 0Like 0Comment

TOP update: OCRS customer reports taking longer than expected

The following is taken from an email circular released by the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency: We are aware that some users have experienced delays in receiving their OCRS report. Some of the new updates to the system combined with the high volume of downloads have resulted in some customer delays. We are working on a fix to ensure that OCRS reports are available within 30 minutes. No other customer reports are affected. Contacting the Customer Service Centre While we work to…

Industry News, News & Updates December 21, 2021 1484Views 0Like 0Comment

Office of the Traffic Commissioner update their advice to Transport Industry

The following is taken from an email circular released by the Office of the Traffic Commissioner: The main changes involve the registration of local bus services and the reinstatement of advice related to maintenance intervals, as follows: Local bus services operating under a temporary variation can continue doing so until 31 August 2022 (previously 31 March 2022), after which they should revert to their pre-March 2020 position Extension of the process for making temporary service variations using the shortened process…

Industry News, News & Updates December 21, 2021 4913Views 0Like 0Comment

Do you haul into Europe? Make sure you are signed up for the GVMS

As of 1st January 2022, operators wishing to transport goods to Europe through one of the UK's many ports will need to be signed up to the Goods Vehicles Movement Service (GVMS); or face being turned away without passage. You can read more on this at the following [link].

Compliance, Industry News, News & Updates December 21, 2021 740Views 0Like 0Comment