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Top Reasons Operators Lose Their Licence at a Public Inquiry
A Public Inquiry (PI) is a formal hearing led by the Traffic Commissioner to decide whether an operator is fit to hold a licence. For...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
How to Prepare for a Public Inquiry and What to Expect
If you’ve been called to a Public Inquiry (PI) by the Office of the Traffic Commissioner, the stakes are high — but it’s not necessarily...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
What Is a Public Inquiry? A Guide for Restricted Licence Operators
You’ve received a letter from the Office of the Traffic Commissioner. It says: “You are required to attend a Public Inquiry concerning...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
Common Compliance Failures for Restricted Licence Holders
Holding a Restricted Operator Licence gives you the ability to run goods vehicles for your own business — but it also puts you squarely...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
What Happens During a DVSA Roadside Check?
You're driving along, just another day on the road, when you see it: a DVSA officer at a roadside checkpoint waving you in. Whether it’s...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
How DVSA Target Operators: Understanding the OCRS System
Ever wondered how the DVSA decides which vehicles to stop at the roadside or which operators to inspect? It’s not just random. They use a...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
What to Do if the DVSA Requests Documentation
You’re busy running your transport business when an email or letter drops in: “The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) requests...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
Creating a Record-Keeping Policy for Your Transport Business
Running a transport operation — even a small one under a Restricted Operator Licence — means you’re legally responsible for maintaining...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
Understanding Tachograph Responsibilities Under a Restricted Licence
If you hold a Restricted Operator Licence , you might assume tachographs are only for big hauliers or national transport companies. But...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
Driver Record-Keeping for Restricted Licence Holders: Avoiding Common Mistakes
If you operate under a Restricted Operator Licence , you’re responsible for your drivers’ compliance — even if you don’t have a Transport...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
Digital vs Paper Records: What’s Best for Small Fleet Operators?
When it comes to managing compliance as a small transport operator, one of the most common questions is: Should I stick with paper...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
How Long Should You Keep Transport Records? A Quick Reference Guide
Whether you operate a single 7.5-tonne vehicle or a small fleet of rigids, keeping the right transport records — and holding onto them...
Stuart Hazeldine
Jul 8, 20254 min read
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