Backhouse Jones – BACK on air FREE webinar today (Friday 2nd May 2025)

This session’s spotlight is on the latest breaking news and key developments affecting your operations. We’ll be covering:

Paddleboard incident insight – Why this high-profile case matters to you and the consequences of breaching commercial agreements in the name of safety.
Health & safety focus – The often-overlooked risks involved in strapping and unstrapping loads.
Are you prepared for an MIVR? – Essential components you need to know and common pitfalls to avoid.
Drivers’ hours update – What HGV and PSV operators must know about the latest requirements.
Guide to maintaining roadworthiness – A first look at the recent updates (a specific ‘Guide focus’ free webinar will also be held Friday, 9 May).

Get involved!
Prepare your questions for the live session or email them in advance to [email protected].

Don’t miss out – Join us today at 12 noon.

Author: Margaret

Administrator and Membership Manager for UK Coach Operators Association since June 2024 View all posts by Margaret

News

Lambeth Bridge 10 February to 19 December 2025

Lambeth Bridge eastbound directional closure (Westminster to Lambeth) from 10 February to 19 December 2025. TKJV, working on behalf of TFL will be carrying out public realm improvement works on Lambeth Bridge. Works will necessitate the part closure of Lambeth Bridge.

CONGRATULATIONS to Stephen Telling – President of the UKCOA

Steve Telling, President of the UKCOA (and involved in its predecessor the LTCOA) for 35 years this year. At this months board meeting, Steve was presented with some pictures from the industry from 35 years ago and a bottle of whiskey by Tom James, Vice Chairman and Anthony Marett, Chairman, as a small token of … Continue reading “CONGRATULATIONS to Stephen Telling – President of the UKCOA”

M61 Road Works – update 31 May 2025

M61 southbound within J8 | Southbound | Road Works The M61 southbound at junction J8 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder is closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 23:59 on 31 May 2025.

IMPORTANT – DfT Issue Update to Smart Tachograph and Driver Hours Regulations for International Journeys

The Department for Transport have yesterday issued an important update to the upcoming requirements for Smart Tachograph 2 installation and driver’s hours records for PSV’s when conducting journeys into the EU. From 31 December 2024, new requirements will come into effect for some commercial international transport journeys involving PSV’s with more than 10 seats. These … Continue reading “IMPORTANT – DfT Issue Update to Smart Tachograph and Driver Hours Regulations for International Journeys”

Belvedere Road from 4th December until May 2025

From Wednesday 4 December 2024 roadworks will be taking place on Belvedere Road between the railway bridge and Upper Ground slip roads. This will consist of temporary traffic lights past the worksite. Works are expected to be in place until May 2025. There will be changes to some tour bus stopping and standing arrangements, but … Continue reading “Belvedere Road from 4th December until May 2025”

AIR Rail Replacement Exemption Regulations Published

Dear Members, We have received formal confirmation today from the Department for Transport (DfT) that the regulations regarding exemptions from the Accessible Information requirements for rail replacement services have now been published. You can access the details via the following link: Exemption for Rail Replacement Coach Services A total of 546 operators have been granted … Continue reading “AIR Rail Replacement Exemption Regulations Published”