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Commercial vehicles could be at risk of CAZ charges

By |2022-02-04T10:23:48+00:00February 4th, 2022|Van Law, Van News|

In 2021 Clean Air Zones have launched, or will launch, in Birmingham, Bath, Oxford, Bristol and Portsmouth alongside an expansion of the London Ultra Low Emission Zone in October, while Manchester is slated for 2022. In the case of Birmingham, that means a daily charge of £50 for entry while for Bristol and London the charge rises to £100.

New compliance rules will place key demands on fleets

By |2022-01-13T09:49:32+00:00January 13th, 2022|Van Law, Van News|

FleetCheck reports that, from 21st May, all organisations running LCVs of between 2.5-3.5 tonnes will need to obtain the accreditation as part of the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement. Requirements include appointing a designated transport manager with a valid International Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (TM CPC) qualification as well as a range of commitments to systems monitoring areas such as maintenance and drivers.

How long can you drive that van for? The law on van driving hours

By |2021-01-07T12:24:32+00:00September 2nd, 2020|Featured, Van Law, Van News|

HOW many hours do you spend behind the wheel of your van? Are you aware that the amount of driving that you do is governed by law on van driving hours? No? Well, would you be worried about a fine of up to £300? Or a possible custodial sentence if you cause an accident when you’re over hours? Yes, have I [...]

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