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Drivers Direct on: Recruitment, Logistics & Brexit

Posted on 27 Jul 2018
By glyn
In Drivers, driving conditions, HGV, in the press, Logistics, Recruitment

It’s been hard to ignore the b-word that’s been on everyone’s lips and in the media since 29th March 2017. Brexit has no doubt been the talk of the country and the world for that matter. Ever since the referendum results were announced there’s been numerous companies offering their perspective

Mobiles at the wheel: what’s changed a year on from the new law?

Posted on 30 Apr 2018
By glyn
In Drivers, in the press, UK Roads

On March 1st last year, the penalty for being caught on your mobile phone whilst driving increased. This means that drivers caught using their phones at the wheel now receive a penalty of six points on their license, and a fine of £200. The change in law also means that

The Complete Package

Posted on 2 Mar 2016
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, in the press, Recruitment, UK Roads

There’s no denying that business is booming as more and more clients turn to Drivers Direct when looking to bolster their business with qualified and professional drivers. However, with more than 1000 drivers now on the road every week, clients were increasingly asking us whether we could offer the complete

Driving In The Dark

Posted on 2 Nov 2015
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Recruitment, UK Roads

There's no doubt that driving at night is more dangerous. A Department for Transport study revealed that although only 15 per cent of vehicle miles are clocked between 7pm and 7am, they account for almost a third of road injuries and deaths. The main reason for an increase in traffic accidents

UK Motorists Experience License Shake Up In New Regulations

Posted on 2 Jun 2015
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, in the press, Recruitment, UK Roads

With less than a month to go before the paper license is scrapped, UK drivers are becoming increasingly concerned with the changes. As part of a major regulation shakeup from the DVLA, the paper license counterpart will no longer be valid or hold any legal status from the 8th June,

HGV Drivers Push For Government Funding

Posted on 30 Mar 2015
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Recruitment, UK Roads

With the election just months away, the recent budget was largely anticipated by many in the driving sector. Driver shortages have been well documented and with a growing demand amongst the freight industry, we are keen to see the Governmentâ€™s support to help alleviate the issue. The figures speak for themselves

Understanding your Digital Tachograph

Posted on 24 Feb 2015
By phil
In Drivers, HGV, Recruitment, UK Roads

Almost 20% of all road traffic accidents are sleep related, many of them occurring on high speed roads. When tired, driving ability decreases dramatically; reaction time slows and judgement becomes blurred. Despite this, figures have shown shocking statistics; 37% of people who use cars, vans or lorries have admitted to driving

You Booze, You Lose

Posted on 4 Dec 2014
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, in the press, Recruitment, UK Roads

During the Christmas months, alcohol consumption in Britain increases by 40 per cent with 54 per cent of men and 41 per cent of women expected to drink over the recommended guidelines during the festive period. Every year drink driving campaigns hit our TV screens, radios and catch our attention on

SPEEDING AHEAD OF NEW CHANGES

Posted on 12 Nov 2014
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Recruitment, UK Roads

Driving in the UK has been somewhat under the â€˜spotlightâ€™ recently. There are many reasons for this, mainly due to the changes to CPC training, driverless cars and the abolishment of the tax disk. However, one up and coming change is set to have a big effect on not only

Hands Free or Not Hands Free?

Posted on 3 Oct 2014
By phil
In Drivers, Franchise, HGV, Recruitment

Since December 2003, it has been illegal to drive in the UK while using a hand held phone.Â However, hands-free devices werenâ€™t included in the ban. But legal experts are now warning fleets and their drivers that they could fall foul of the law if they are involved in a collision,

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