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Firm that disregarded rules denied O-licence

Nick Denton, traffic commissioner (TC) for London and the South East, has refused to grant permission for six vehicles to a business that “paid little or no regard to the rules of operator licensing and the operation of HGVs”.

Aviva received almost 2,200 fraudulent commercial motor insurance policy applications last year

Insurer Aviva has revealed it received almost 2,200 fraudulent commercial motor insurance policy applications in 2015.

Removals firm loses O-licence

A West Midlands removals firm that had no effective system for managing drivers’ hours and tachograph compliance has had its O-licence revoked. The lack of such a system resulted in one driver driving for 18 hours in one 24-hour period on one occasion.

Operator wins appeal over TC decision

A Somerset haulier is to have its case reheard by another traffic commissioner (TC) after the Upper Tribunal ruled it was not given a proper opportunity to put forward evidence from a proposed transport manager.

DVSA offers advice on how sideguards should be fitted

Following the launch of the Safer Lorry Scheme in London last year, which required most HGVs entering the capital to be equipped with sideguards as well as close proximity mirrors to protect pedestrians and cyclists, the DVSA has published guidance on how sideguards should be fitted.

MKF Transport facing winding up petition

Kibworth Harcourt, Leicester-registered vehicle operator MKF Transport Ltd had a winding-up petition lodged against it by creditor United Pallet Network (UK) earlier this month.

Administrators launch investigation into business's missing vehicles

An investigation into a livestock haulier’s missing vehicles has begun after the Burnley company went into administration.

Lawyers query Northern Ireland drink-driving plan

A zero-tolerance drink- driving limit for HGV drivers in Northern Ireland has concerned lawyers, who warned that the strict regime could even affect those who have used mouthwash.

Ban on HGVs overtaking on M11 to go ahead

A ban on HGVs overtaking on the M11 is to go ahead once funding and statutory issues are overcome, according to Highways England.

Kent Police warns drivers to avoid hard shoulder

Kent Police has urged drivers to plan their rest breaks around suitable HGV parking or risk facing fines of up to £1,000 as it continues to battle the problem of foreign-registered vehicles parking on motorway hard shoulders.