Tim Deakin

Tim is Editor of routeone and has worked in both the coach and bus and haulage industries.
2298 Articles

DVLA relaxes requirements for drivers’ D4 medical

Temporary provision has been made for drivers aged 45 or over whose…

CPT launches Back Britain’s Coaches campaign

The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has launched a campaign entitled Back…

Coach industry SORN impact: Figures analysed

Analysis of SORN declarations for a random selection of coach fleets has…

DVSA responds to post-suspension testing worries

DVSA has responded to suggestions made by the Authorised Testing Facility Operators…

Alexcars: Trading ceased after 74 years

Alexcars has ceased trading. In a statement, the company has described the…

Will COVID-19 act as a ‘business reset’ for coaches?

It has been suggested that the current major changes to routines will…

COVID-19 Bus Services Support Grant is explained

The Department for Transport (DfT) has written to operators in England that…

Don’t fall into the short-term thinking trap

For many operators, it’s difficult to see more than a few days…

Welsh Government warns against ‘overcompensation’

Minister for Economy, Transport and North Wales Ken Skates has advised Chief…

TfGM responds to claims of ‘holding up’ assistance

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has responded to claims made by High…