Department for Transport
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Latest News 5 Aug 2022DfT considers licence change to allow heavy van use
Reintroducing the right for people who pass their car driving test to be able to drive larger vans or lorries is being considered by the Government.
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Latest News 27 Jul 2022Cut fuel duty by 15p per litre for essential users, says APPG
The Government is being urged to introduce an immediate ‘essential user rebate’ by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Road Freight and Logistics.
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Truck News 14 Jul 2022Major update to the operator licensing guide
The Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing Guide has been revised and updated to reflect changes in legislation and brought into line with accessibility criteria.
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Truck News 6 Jul 2022Magtec leads project to accelerate adoption of zero emission trucks
Magtec is heading a £3.25m government-back project to help accelerate the adoption of zero emission trucks for NHS Wales and help support uptake across the UK.
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Truck News 28 Jun 2022New regulations allowing use of longer semi-trailers
New regulations allowing the use of longer semi-trailers (LSTs) will come into force in the autumn, the Department for Transport (DfT) has announced.
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Truck News 21 Jun 2022
Government considers basing new HGV Levy on emissions
The Government has published proposals to replace the suspended HGV Levy with an emissions-based charge, where some operators will see fees rise.
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Latest News 15 Jun 2022HGV driver recruitment campaign and Future of Freight plan unveiled
New Government-backed recruitment campaign, aimed at tackling the driver shortage, is one part of DfT's Future of Freight plan.
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Latest News 13 Jun 2022Government may relax 2035 EV truck date
Special case HGVs may get exemption as ministers launch £200m electric vehicle project.
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Latest News 23 May 2022Self-driving commercial vehicle competition launched
A new £40 million competition to kick-start commercial self-driving services, such as delivery vehicles and passenger shuttles, has been launched.
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Truck News 12 May 2022DfT launches £200m zero emission road freight demonstrator programme
The Government has announced it is investing more than £200 million to launch world’s largest fleet of zero emission heavy goods vehicles (HGVs).
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Latest News 9 May 2022
Driver shortage: DfT data shows record number of tests
There are now currently record levels of HGV driving tests being carried out, new data produced by the Department for Transport (DfT) shows.
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Truck News 13 Apr 2022
Roadside facilities for HGV drivers get £20m upgrade
Roadside facilities for HGV drivers will benefit from a £20 million upgrade in an effort to boost driver welfare and recruitment.
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Latest News 13 Apr 2022Low-cost lightweight steering system for HGVs receives DfT funding
The Government has awarded almost £2 million to support the development of 51 projects that are aimed at creating a more efficient transport system.
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Van News 31 Mar 2022O-licence: Fleets operating LGVs in Europe urged to apply now
UK fleets operating LGVs internationally are being reminded that they will fall under operator licensing rules for the first time from May 21.
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Van News 15 Mar 2022Plug-in van and truck grants extended and eligibility criteria changed
The Government has confirmed that fleets will have access to the plug-in van grant for an additional two years, until 2024/25.
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Truck News 14 Feb 2022Elongated truck cabs get Government green light
New truck cab designs that help to reduce fuel consumption have been approved for use on UK roads.
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Latest News 10 Feb 2022
Fleet operators call for ‘overhaul’ of Driver CPC
The overwhelming majority of commercial fleet operators – 95% – want the way Driver CPC training is delivered changed, new research suggests.
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Van News 2 Feb 2022Post-Brexit deal may lead to tougher UK LCV regulations
Rule changes, which come into force from May 21, are currently confined to licensing for international operations.
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Truck News 13 Jan 2022
Coronavirus: Drivers’ hours relaxation extended again
The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced a new relaxation of the enforcement of drivers’ hours in England, Scotland and Wales.
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Van News 15 Dec 2021
Plug-in van grant cut ‘will delay’ switch to electric LCVs
The Government is being warned the decision to reduce the plug-in van grant by up to £1,000 risks delaying the switch from ICE to electric vans.
