Fines set to increase on London’s red routes?

An increase in the maximum fine on London's red routes has been proposed by Transport for London (TfL). The routes make up London’s busiest roads, with just 5% of roads carrying up to 30% of the city’s traffic. Under the proposals, the maximum fine for offences would increase from £130 to £160. The figure hasn’t ... Read More

The HGV driver shortage continues… with the government relaxing test rules

The haulage industry has expressed concern that the HGV driver shortage is set to affect the Christmas season. The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has appealed to the government to add HGV drivers to the UK’s skilled worker occupation list, but there has been no movement on that front. Since Brexit, the industry has lost thousands ... Read More

Tick-tock – the clock’s ticking to get MOT tests booked

  It’s been a weird old year. It feels like everything has been old hold for the past 12 months – and in the case of MOTs, they were literally on hold for 6 months. BUT that period has long since passed, and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is urging drivers to book MOT ... Read More

Steps taken to improve the safety of Smart Motorways

The government has taken steps to improve the safety of Smart Motorways following significant pressure. Following heavy pressure and 38 fatalities, the Government’s taken steps to improve the safety of Smart Motorways. New safety protocols have just been announced by Grant Shapps, the Transport Secretary, with Smart Motorways not allowed to open without radar technology ... Read More

Highway Code: New update to include guidance on Smart Motorways

The Highway Code is set to be updated later this year, with guidance on the Smart Motorway system set to be included for the first time. Automatic fines have already been introduced by Highways England to prevent drivers from using Smart Motorway lanes that had been closed, with the maximum punishment being a £100 fine ... Read More