Can I be confident of driver welfare if long queues develop on approaches to Channel Ports?
17th February 2021
The UK government has developed inland sites for use in holding and processing freight traffic, both incoming and outgoing. Basic welfare facilities are provided, along
Is use of ‘Check an HGV is ready to cross the border’ mandatory?
17th February 2021
Yes, for the “Short Straits” crossing. Any HGV approaching the UK Channel Ports in Kent, must have a Kent Access Permit, issued via the “Check
What happens to a driver if they approach a port without the necessary documents?
17th February 2021
To prevent congestion and delays, vehicles and their loads are expected to be “border ready”, when approaching Channel Ports on the UK side. Drivers that
Who is responsible for furnishing documents to officials?
12th November 2020
In the UK, it is the duty of traders (or their agents) to ensure that vehicle drivers have the right documents and permissions to cross