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One of the most significant legal developments in recent years is the introduction of the offence of causing serious injury by careless driving. It bridges the …
Read MoreDon’t wait for a Public Inquiry – fix compliance issues now
Transport Solicitor Georgina Power explains why operators should never delay when compliance issues have been identified, and how taking swift, effective action can make all the …
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Transport Law Associate Solicitor Georgina Power explains how a properly drafted partnership agreement can prevent automatic dissolution and safeguard your licence, helping to keep your …
Read MoreSpecial Types General Orders and vehicle overloading offences
Recently, we’ve seen more enquiries from Special Types General Order (STGO) load and mobile crane operators. They’re receiving Notices of Intended Prosecution for overloading offences. …
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You usually only need an operator’s licence if you operate goods vehicles or public service vehicles over 3.5t. However, in 2022 the UK introduced new …
Read MoreOpen consultation – Clandestine Entrant Civil Penalty Scheme
Attention to all Fleet Managers, Operators and Drivers travelling from Europe to the UK!
Open consultation – Clandestine Entrant Civil Penalty Scheme
Up until 11:45pm on 12 September 2022, the UK Government are consulting on new regulations related to vehicle security and a new Level of Penalty: Code of Practice.
New motoring offence of ‘Causing Serious Injury by Careless Driving’ comes into effect
As of 28 June 2022, a new offence of causing serious injury by careless or inconsiderate driving will apply. If your driving is “below” the expected and results in the “serious injury” of another, then this can be construed as causing serious injury by careless or inconsiderate driving.
Read MoreResponding to a DVSA Desk Based Assessment
Road transport solicitor Chris Powell advises operators on how to respond to a DVSA desk based assessment (DBA) audit. Receiving a letter from the DVSA …
Read MoreFacing an Interview under Caution by the DVSA? – Know Your Rights
Being called to an interview “under caution” by the DVSA is very serious. A bad outcome can have a serious impact on your business and …
Read MoreDo you know about the 7 most serious operator licence offences?
There are a myriad of rules, regulations and undertakings that operator licence holders must comply with when operating goods vehicles or PSVs. A breach of …
Read MoreFacing a Traffic Commissioner’s Public Inquiry? 3 Things You Can Do to Prepare
Having to attend a Public Inquiry before the Traffic Commissioner can be a daunting experience. A bad outcome can have a serious impact on your …
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