Tax and Legislation
Van News3 Sep 2020HMRC tight-lipped after winning Coca Cola tax case
The case involved the use of three vehicles – two Volkswagen Kombis and a Vauxhall Vivaro – and whether they should be treated as cars or vans for tax purposes.
Van News27 Mar 2019When is a van a company car? Coca-Cola tax ruling 'confusing'
Defining when a vehicle is a van or a company car for tax purposes remains “hopelessly unclear”, according to accountancy firm RSM.
Van News31 Oct 2018Revamped van VED system to incentivise zero and low emission vehicle uptake
Organisations and drivers who take on new zero emission, ultra low emission and other alternatively fuelled vans will benefit from ongoing incentives under Government plans to reform the van vehicle excise duty system.
Van News30 Oct 2018Budget 2018: BVRLA welcomes decision to delay CO2-based VED for vans
BVLRA has welcomed the Government’s decision not to introduce an emissions-based regime for van vehicle excise duty until at least April 2021.
Van News15 May 2018Government launches consultation on new road tax regime for vans
Government wants vehicle excise duty (VED) for vans to be graduated according to their emissions in the same way it is for cars.
- Truck News12 Feb 2018
Companies fined after scaffolder struck by dumper truck and killed
Redrow Homes and WPI Civil Engineering have been fined after the death of scaffolder Henry Jones in 2013.
Truck News8 Feb 2018Government prepares for Brexit with Haulage Permits and Trailer Registration Bill
The Bill will give powers to support UK hauliers operating internationally after the UK leaves the EU.
Latest News27 Oct 2017Almost two thirds would support an end to stealth tax exemption
Support to end tax exemption for diesel fuels used in smaller second engines of commercial vehicles, according to Dearman.
Truck News9 Jun 2017FTA experts dissect EU Mobility Package
FTA experts have drawn up a briefing paper to advise commercial fleets on the main proposals of the European Commission’s ‘Mobility Package’.
- Truck News13 Mar 2017
Traffic Commissioners warn transport operators about period of grace criteria
Operators are being warned their licences could be revoked if the mandatory requirements are not met when the time expires.
Truck News7 Mar 2017Cut fuel duty further, says FTA
The FTA is calling on the chancellor to cut fuel duty in the Budget so UK businesses can continue to trade cost effectively in a new, post-Brexit environment.
Van News24 Nov 2016Fuel duty freeze welcomed but cut would have more impact, says FTA
FTA says a cut would have boosted Britain’s economy by putting money in people’s pockets and reducing costs for transport operators.
Latest News5 Oct 2016Operators and drivers could face HMRC fines for incorrect tax status
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) says commercial fleet operators risk falling foul of the law if the tax status of self-employed drivers doesn’t “stack up”.
- Latest News28 Jul 2016
Fleet operators face ‘legislation nightmare’ over van and truck weight categorisation
LCV operators risk a “legislation minefield” when ordering Euro 6-compliant vehicles that could be transformed into ‘heavy duty’ vehicles following conversion.
Latest News14 Jun 2016Abax launches ‘Know the Rules’ private use campaign
Vehicle technology company Abax has launched its new campaign to highlight the importance of compliance with HMRC mileage rules.
Latest News16 May 2016Ruling says G4S parking fines not allowable as ‘business expense’
G4S has failed in an attempt to avoid more than half a million pounds in tax by claiming parking fines were a business expense.
Latest News9 May 2016Transport firms in favour of National Living Wage
The Close Brothers business barometer has revealed that nearly three quarters (72%) of SMEs in the transport sector welcome the new UK National Living Wage.
- Latest News25 Aug 2015
David Watson Transport in court over driver’s death
David Watson Transport has been sentenced for safety failings after a driver suffered life-changing injuries and later died following an incident.
- Latest News20 Aug 2015
Relatives drop adjournment call for Glasgow bin lorry inquiry
The relatives of two of the victims of the Glasgow bin lorry crash have dropped their calls for an adjournment at the fatal accident inquiry (FAI).
- Latest News18 Aug 2015
Families seek private prosecution against Glasgow bin lorry crash driver
The inquiry Glasgow bin lorry crash could be halted after the families of two of the victims said they intend to seek a private prosecution against the driver.
