20 Nov Update on Heavy vehicle test exception
The DVSA have updated guidance on the heavy vehicle exception for testing, follow below link to gov website for full details https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKDVSA/bulletins/2ad4c44...
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03 Nov Check UK Trade Tariffs from 1st Jan 2021
The below link will take you directly to the .gov website for the latest information on import / export tariffs https://www.gov.uk/check-tariffs-1-january-2021...
15 Oct DVSA update HGV testing requirements update
In line with the recent government introducing the 3 tiered alert system for Covid area's DVSA have updated HGV testing requirements in these areas. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKDVSA/bulletins/2a5ce86...
09 Oct DVSA Matters of testing
DVSA have just released its latest matters of testing with an update on Beat the Rush campaign. https://mattersoftesting.blog.gov.uk/beat-the-rush-campaign-update/...
07 Oct Tyre safety month (October)
TyreSafe launch's tyre safe month for October, encouraging drivers to check tyre condition and pressure follow link below to the tyre safe website https://www.tyresafe.org/...
29 Sep MOT equipment approved by DVSA, Requesting a key for connected equipment (MOT sites)
DVSA have updated the process for MOT sites requesting a key to connect equipment to the MOT testing service (MTS), follow below link for further information https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mot-centre-approved-testing-equipment...
09 Sep Placing goods on the UK market from jan 2021
The government have updated its guidance on requirements for CE / CA marking products go to the .gov website for the latest information that may effect your business. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/placing-manufactured-goods-on-the-market-in-great-britain-from-1-january-2021...
08 Sep COVID-19 in the Workplace: What to do as an Employer
If you suspect a Coronavirus case in your workplace, it is vital to follow the right processes and abide by guidelines to reduce risk and ensure safety. For further advice, call your dedicated member support helpline on 0844 561 8133 to speak with an advisor. What...
15 Jul 10 year old tyres on commercial vehicle’s updated legislation announced
The government has set out plans to update legislation on commercial vehicle tyres which will mean tyres over 10 years old in most case swill be outlawed see full details on the gov.uk website: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-bans-old-coach-bus-and-lorry-tyres-from-roads-in-new-measures-to-improve-road-safety?utm_source=ebdd93f0-4a66-4cb1-8495-3365960a56f3&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications&utm_content=immediate...
06 Jul HSE guidance on performing a Covid19 risk assessment
The HSE have published guidance on performing a risk assessment specifically to meet covid19 requirements follow the link for the HSE website. https://www.hse.gov.uk/coronavirus/assets/docs/risk-assessment.pdf...