Due to the pandemic, the DVLA has issued an update regarding Driving License Renewals. Failing to take note of the recent update could cost; across the UK about 2.3 million drivers are affected. Right now, millions of drivers are driving with license photos cards that are out of date. The DVLA has extended the deadline…
When working in an environment with hot temperatures, high humidity or prolonged exposure to the sun, the risk for heat illness rises. It’s important to understand how to keep yourself as safe as possible in these conditions. Heatstroke The most dangerous type of heat illness is heatstroke. Heatstroke occurs when your body is no longer…
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, organisations across the UK have halted key business operations in order to follow government guidelines—including stopping all non-essential travel. As a result, many organisations that utilise commercial vehicles for a variety of purposes (eg performing deliveries, picking up goods or transporting workers between job sites) have begun…
With the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, people up and down the country may be facing financial challenges. We have some top tips on how to get your finances under control during the epidemic. Universal credit Don’t dismiss universal credit. The changes are bigger than you think – especially for housing costs. Universal credit is a benefit…
In these unprecedented times with the closure of the schools and a lot of us working from home we thought it might help to have a round-up of various websites and information that might give you and the children a break from things. Just as with home working, the advice is that you need to…
A new decade is upon us and there are several new driving laws that are coming into force in 2020. Failing to acknowledge them could land you fines or/and points on your license. Some driving laws were passed and came into effect on January 1st. Whilst the others are related to Brexit, climate change and…
The use of telematics can help you reduce liability in the event of a claim It’s no secret that managing a fleet of vehicles comes with a wide range of risks and added organisational costs. Considering the potential for road accidents, vehicle theft, employee injury or fatality, liability concerns and costly fuel consumption, company vehicles…
While your motor fleet business should always have controls in place to ensure company vehicles aren’t stolen, a significant rise in keyless van thefts—specifically the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter—emphasises the need for organisations in the transport sector to bolster their existing prevention efforts Recent research revealed that the Sprinter was one of the most commonly stolen light…
Drivers face penalty points for not wearing seat belts Drivers caught not wearing a seat belt will face points on their driving licence. Currently, motorists in England, Scotland and Wales who don’t buckle up are given a £100 fine. Whilst in Northern Ireland, failure to wear a seat belt can lead to a £500 fine…
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