Don’t idle about – it could cost you
Drivers who are repeatedly caught with the engine of their vehicle running while they are stopped could be fined under government plans aimed at reducing air pollution.
Transport groups hit back at ‘stealth tax’ fines for van users
Any business that operates in town centres will have experinced the injustice of parking tickets being issues while deliveries are taking place. The FTA wants the practice to stop IF YOU and your drivers are plagued by overzealous council officials slapping parking tickets on your vans, then take a small crumb of comfort in the fact that your [...]
Middle lane hoggers fined £100 from today
Middle lane hoggers face £100 fine FROM August 16, drivers who 'hog' the middle lane face an on-the-spot fine of £100 and 3 points on their license. High time many van drivers will say. The new fixed penalty will also apply to tailgating. More serious cases of careless and negligent driving will still be taken to court [...]
What happens if I get a fixed penalty notice?
Too many points on your licence means disqualification - no joke if you drive as part of your job THE UK driving licence system works on a points basis - too many points, and a driver can get disqualified for a while. Not so good if driving is vital to making a living. If you are convicted of [...]
