The UK Government is currently looking into whether the HGV cabotage extension introduced in October 2021 to alleviate pressures in the supply chain should continue.
The UK Government is currently looking into whether the HGV cabotage extension introduced in October 2021 to alleviate pressures in the supply chain should continue.
More environmentally friendly HGVs are now allowed on Britain’s roads, thanks to government regulations that have now come into effect.
Hauliers can now use vehicles with elongated cabs and aerodynamic features to help reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
Drivers of HGVs and commercial vans must now make a 'posting declaration' when transporting goods between two points in the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
Types of journeys you must declareYou must declare:
Full import controls for goods being imported from the EU (excluding Ireland) to the UK are now required. Here is our guide map to what customs formalities are required.
To assist you in avoiding delays and if you’re moving goods through border locations that use GVMS, please check and be aware of the following regarding GMRs -