Give us your views: increasing DVSA fees
We're launching a consultation today (5 August) to get your views on increasing the cost of DVSA services.So that we can continue to develop and invest in the services we…
Consultation on proposals to address lorry driver shortages
On 20 July, the government announced a package of measures to help address the current shortage of lorry drivers. This included a consultation on proposed changes to the current requirements…
Transport workers only exempt from self-isolation in “very limited exceptional cases”, government insists
The government has warned operators that exemptions to current Covid-19 self-isolation rules will only be for "very limited" exceptional circumstances, assessed on a case-by-case basis.The announcement comes in the wake…
Tradeteam losses deepen as Covid lockdowns take their toll
The extent of the pandemic on Tradeteam’s financial results is revealed in its latest accounts, which showed turnover plummeted by 40% last year.The DHL Supply Chain subsidiary specialising in drinks…
Government to fast track HGV driver tests but blocks visas for foreign workers
Government plans aimed at tackling the HGV driver shortage crisis which stop short of issuing temporary visas to foreign drivers have been given a muted welcome by the haulage industry.In…
Changes to haulier testing requirements for fully vaccinated UK hauliers returning from amber list countries
We would like to update you on a number of changes affecting UK and international hauliers.Changes to haulier testing requirements for fully vaccinated UK hauliers returning from amber list countriesFrom…
Government to invest £15M into production of sustainable aviation fuel
Eight companies have been shortlisted to receive a share of £15 million to develop first-of-a-kind production plants across the UK that will turn waste into jet fuel.Announced as part of…
Avanti West Coast begins £117M fleet upgrade
The first Avanti West Coast Pendolino has entered Alstom's Widnes depot, marking the start of a £117 million investment to refurbish and transform the train fleet. The programme will transform all…
Changes to haulier testing requirements for fully vaccinated UK hauliers returning from amber list countries
We would like to update you on a number of changes affecting UK and international hauliers.Changes to haulier testing requirements for fully vaccinated UK hauliers returning from amber list countriesFrom…
The importance of keeping windscreens clear – a tragic reminder
In October 2017, NHS Doctor Suzanna Bull was killed whilst cycling in Birmingham.Despite it being illegal to operate a heavy vehicle with an obscured windscreen, this fatal incident happened because…