Disqualification for Transport Manager on three O-Licences
Salman Chohan, who acted as a Transport Manager (TM) on three O-Licences, including that of Manchester-based Sumi Travel, whose sole…
Plans for sporting events transport guidelines in Scotland dropped
A proposal by Senior Traffic Commissioner (TC) Richard Turfitt to extend to Scotland voluntary guidelines for the transport of passengers…
IRU calls for grace period on new smart tachograph rules
As EU rules requiring second generation smart tachographs on new vehicles come into force, the International Road Transport Union (IRU)…
UKCOA tables proposals in reply to PSVAR call for evidence
The UK Coach Operators Association (UKCOA) convened an online members’ meeting on 16 August, inviting members of the coach industry…
Using the power of data to meet compliance regulations
We look at the benefits of DVSA’s Earned Recognition scheme and some tools that can assist operators in compliance In…
Mixed response on drivers’ hours reform plans
Operators respond as EC and CPT make proposals that include extending 12-day rule to domestic tours Momentum is gathering on…
Traffic Commissioners unveil roadmap towards 2025
The Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain have unveiled a strategic plan to steer the country’s coach and bus industry towards…
Crucial times lie ahead for industry on PSVAR
Confederation of Public Transport Operations Director Keith McNally outlines the body's stance on this controversial topic In 2019, the Public…
RHA rejects test-only element of Driver CPC reforms
RHA is recommending that the proposed Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC) reforms do not introduce a test-only option and…
EU Entry/Exit System coach delays focus as date slips
Potential delays to coaches at channel ports caused by the pending EU Entry/Exit System (EES) have been highlighted by RHA.…