In an email circular released today, the Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain & The Department for Infrastructure have stated that as of 1st August 2022, they will no longer process Operator License Applications/Major Variations submitted via paper. Stating that the current, most widely used paper application form is outdated and no longer compatible with their systems; stating that this has lead to a large number of delays in previous application processes.
Moving forward, ALL applications will now be handled and processed…
With the three goals of aiding the Haulage Sector with rising operational costs, tackling inflation pressures whilst boosting the economy; the RHA are calling on Rishi Sunak to implement a 15ppl fuel duty rebate for hauliers & coach operators.
And you can help, by contacting you local MP, and pushing them to apply pressure on the Treasury.
The RHA have created a website to aid this process; following this [link] and input your postcode. It will provide you with your local MP…
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Road Freight & Logistics have recently launched a new inquiry on the impact of fuel duty. As such, they have released a survey to the industry asking for input on such topics as fuel prices, inflation & the UK's current relationship with the EU.
The survey is meant to take 5-minutes to be completed and can be found here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/3YP58B2
Additionally, two evidence sessions will be held in May 2022:
May 16: UK Hauliers focused
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From 21 May 2022, you’ll need a standard international goods vehicle operator licence to transport goods for hire or reward in the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
This will apply to you if you’re based in England, Scotland or Wales and use:
vans or other light goods vehicles (sometimes called ‘light commercial vehicles’)
vans towing trailers
cars towing trailers
The new rules will apply to you if you use:
vans with a maximum authorised mass (MAM) over 2,500kg (2.5 tonnes) and…
The following is taken from an email circular released by the Office of the Traffic |Commissioner.
If you hold an operator’s licence it is important that your email address, telephone number and postal address held by us is correct.
If your contact details are not correct you may not receive important correspondence from the traffic commissioner that may affect your operator’s licence.
You can read the email in full at this [link].
The following is taken from a letter circular we at TMC Assist will shortly be sending out to our clients, concerning a growing enforcement trend within both the DVSA and Uk Tarrfic Police:
We at TMC Assist have become aware of a growing and shifting trend within both DVSA and Police enforcement regarding manual records and periods of ‘Other Work’, which we feel you should be made aware of.
At a number of recent public inquiries to which TMC Assist have been…
The following is taken from an email circular released by the Office of the Traffic Commissioner:
The Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain would like to draw your attention to the information shared by the Department for Transport and the DVSA yesterday.
The EU postings declarations portal (previously referred to as EU posting of drivers portal) is now available to use.
From 2 February, new EU rules mean if you operate loaded goods journeys in and between European Member States (cabotage or cross-trade), you…
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].
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…
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…