Recently, Graham Doughty took part in an interview with Expert Witness. In it, he talks about issues facing the industry, and gives his opinion on the current regulations. This interview can be read here.
As we are yet to reach an agreement with the EU, groups like the FTA are looking to what the future could hold for the industry. To read more on the matter; follow this link.
With the budget due on 29th October 2018, both the Road Haulage Association and the Freight Transport Association have made public their calls for Chancellor Phillip Hammond to cut fuel duty. To read more on this topic; follow this link.
In a recent interview, Transport Lawyer James Backhouse claims that by failing to provide clear and regularly updated guideline for dealing with Drivers’ Hours offences; Enforcement Authorities may be “…breaching government guidelines…” To read the full article; follow this link.…
Following the previous batch held in May & June 2018; FORS is hosting a new series of briefings at key locations across the UK, designed to update its members on a wide number of issues such as Version 5 of…
Following the recent release of the UK Unemployment Figures within the last few weeks, the FTA has called on the Government to clarify the position of European Workers after the UK leaves the European Union. For more details; follow this…
With the possibility of a ‘No-Deal’ Brexit looming large, a number of operators have built up expectations that certain parts of our relationship with the EU will disappear or change when it occurs. But in truth, very little will change…
On 2nd August 2018, the Office of the Traffic Commissioner released their annual report for 2017/18. In it, they outline improves the industry has seen over the period; including reduced waiting times for license applications, harsher punishments for operators who…
With most Drivers’ having completed their initial Drivers’ CPC 5-year course in September 2014 or before; we are fast approaching the deadline for the latest round to be completed. Unfortunately, most operators are taking the stance that they have ‘over…
In their latest blog post; the DVSA reveals the latest tools their agents now have access to when carrying out roadside checks. With direct access to such information as an operators OCRS score, test history, ANPR records and road levy…