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Recording Border Crossing on Tachograph Units

Stoneridge have recently posted a reminder concerning standing regulations concerning the proper recording of Border Crossing. Specifically: "Under current legislation, from 2nd February 2022 the driver shall enter the symbol of the country into which he enters after crossing the border of a Member State at the beginning of his first stop in that Member State. The first stop shall be made at or after the stopping point as close as possible to the border. When crossing the border of a…

Industry News, Legal Advice, Legal Issues March 2, 2022 2168Views 0Like 0Comment

Are you prepared for the upcoming changes surrounding rebated fuel?

The following is taken from an email circular released by Tachopak: From 1 April 2022 you must not put rebated fuel into the tank of a vehicle, vessel, machine or appliance that is not allowed to use it. If you’re no longer able to use rebated fuel, you should plan to run down the fuel you have to as close to nil as reasonably practicable before 1 April 2022. You may only use up rebated fuel after 1 April 2022, if the fuel was…

Compliance, Industry News, News & Updates February 22, 2022 5035Views 0Like 0Comment

Manual Records & Other Work; Are You Reporting Your Hours Properly?

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…

Industry News, Legal Advice, News & Updates February 21, 2022 4130Views 0Like 0Comment

Message to all operators – have you changed your contact details?

The following is taken from an email circular sent out 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. To check, log into your VOL self service account today. If you receive correspondence…

Industry News, Legal Advice, News & Updates February 15, 2022 1038Views 0Like 0Comment

DfT updates Guidance on International Road Haulage

On Saturday, 29th January 2022 the Department for Transport (DfT) updated an existing guidance entitled "Carry out international road haulage". This is ahead of new rules which will effect the transporting of goods through or to Europe that come into effect this year. This guidance can be read in full at this [link] and covers topics like: Covid Testing Applying for licenses and permits CMR notes Customs & Document check at port And many more... If you are…

Compliance, Legal Issues, News & Updates January 31, 2022 1531Views 0Like 0Comment

EU postings declarations portal now online – get ready

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…

Compliance, Industry News January 28, 2022 6248Views 0Like 0Comment

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 18160Views 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 1799Views 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 2025Views 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 2110Views 0Like 0Comment