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Transports Friend News
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Announce New Restrictions
The government introduced a new temporary relaxation of enforcement for the freight industry in Great Britain to retain EU drivers’ hours rules.
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Prevent Bridge Strikes
What to consider for drivers and licensed operators to prevent bridge strikes. Journey planning is key to preventing strikes on bridges.
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How health condition affects your driving
Driving large goods vehicles, you should ensure you must declare any medical conditions that affect your driving ability.
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UK Vocational HGV driver's funding benefit
Large goods drivers should benefit from a UK government funding package of £20 million to fund better roadside facilities for all drivers.
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Driving Licence Checking Software
The Driving Licence Checking Service offers operators access to the DVLA driver record providing permission has been granted from the licence holder.
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Driver CPC
On 5th January 2021 JAUPT announced what is required to operate remote training during the continued COVID period.
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Reminder: 5 days until Light Goods Vehicles working in Europe require International Operators’ Licences
Transporting goods from the UK into the EU for Hire and Reward an International Operator Licence is required.
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Tachographs & Analysis | WTD
Tachograph analysis is a service that you will need to carry out, there are many in today's marketplace
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