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4 Mistakes When Called to a Public Inquiry | BFT Consulting

by John | February 18, 2026 | Public Inquiries | 0 Comments

4 Mistakes Operators Make When Called to a Public Inquiry If you have been called to a Public Inquiry by the Traffic Commissioner, your response matters. A Public Inquiry is a formal regulatory hearing and the Traffic Commissioner has powers that can include...

The Highway Code, Road Safety and Vehicle Rules

by John | February 18, 2026 | Operator's Licence | 0 Comments

If you run lorries or manage a fleet, The Highway Code is not optional reading. It shapes how your drivers behave on the road. It also affects your operator Licence and your standing with the Traffic Commissioner. Road safety is at the core of Operators Licence UK...

Driving with Medical Conditions, Blue Badges and Transport for Disabled People

by John | February 17, 2026 | Transportation | 0 Comments

If you work in the trucking and passenger transport industry, medical fitness is not optional. It is a legal duty. Your operator Licence, your livelihood, and public safety all depend on it. At the same time, many drivers and operators also deal with disability...

Transfer a Vehicle Operating Centre to Another Operator’s Licence

by John | February 16, 2026 | Operator's Licence | 0 Comments

Moving an operating centre from one operator Licence to another is not a simple swap. The Traffic Commissioner treats it as a formal change to a licence. You must follow the right process, or you risk delays, objections, or even enforcement action. If you run HGVs in...

DVSA Visit Checklist for New Operators

by John | February 13, 2026 | Operator's Licence | 0 Comments

When you’re granted your operator licence, the DVSA may visit your operating centre within the first 3 to 6 months. Their goal is to check you’ve set up your systems properly and are ready to run vehicles in full compliance with the law. If you’re not prepared, this...

What is Green OCRS score and How To Get It

by John | February 13, 2026 | Operator's Licence | 0 Comments

Happy Valentine's Day from BFT — because nothing says love like a green OCRS score. Plus: what your OCRS actually means and how to keep it green. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Transport Compliance Specialists 0330 179 7379 ♥ Valentine's Day Special — 14...

Most Common Operator Licence Audit Failures

by John | February 12, 2026 | Operator's Licence | 0 Comments

Operator Licence audits test your compliance with the promises you made when you applied for your licence. The DVSA or Traffic Commissioner will expect proof that your systems work in real life—not just on paper. Here are the most common reasons operators fail these...

How to Pass Your Operator Licence Audit

by John | February 11, 2026 | Operator's Licence | 0 Comments

An operator licence audit is a formal check to confirm you're following the rules set by the Traffic Commissioner. Whether you’ve just been granted your licence or have been operating for years, the audit tests how well you’re meeting your legal obligations. Failing...

How to Get an Operator Licence With No Trading History

by John | February 9, 2026 | Operator's Licence | 0 Comments

If your business is new and hasn’t started trading yet, you can still apply for a Standard or Restricted Operator Licence. However, the process requires extra care to prove you meet the licensing requirements—especially around financial standing and professional...

How to Prove Professional Competence

by John | February 9, 2026 | Transportation | 0 Comments

When applying for a Standard National or Standard International Operator Licence in the UK, one key requirement is proving professional competence. This means showing the Traffic Commissioner that your transport operations will be run safely, legally, and efficiently...

Operator Licence Changes for Vans Over 2.5 Tonnes

Jan 27, 2026

The rules for vans over 2.5 tonnes changed.Many operators now need an Operator Licence for work that used to run without one. You must check your fleet now. Which Vans Are Affected You need a licence if your van: • Has a gross weight over 2.5 tonnes• Runs...

Notification and Driver Management Failures That Trigger Public Inquiry

Jan 26, 2026

Many operators lose credibility before enforcement even begins. The cause is silence. Notification failures undermine trust. You must notify the Traffic Commissioner of material changes. Late disclosure damages repute. Common notification breaches • Change of address...

Financial Standing and Transport Manager Failures Explained

Jan 22, 2026

Many operators lose their operators Licence UK without realising why. Two areas cause repeated damage. Financial standing and transport manager control. Financial standing errors are common You must show continuous access to funds. Not once a year. At any time....

Why Transport Compliance Failures Put Your Operator Licence at Risk

Jan 21, 2026

Transport compliance sits at the centre of every operator’s Licence in the UK. Most licence action starts with basic failures. Not fraud. Not criminal intent. Poor systems and weak evidence. Traffic Commissioners expect proof. Verbal explanations fail. Paper trails...

Operator Licence Financial Standing Rules for 2026

Jan 20, 2026

Financial standing proves you can run vehicles safely and pay essential costs.The Traffic Commissioner checks this before approval and during licence life. You must meet these rules at all times. 2026 Minimum Financial Levels You must show access to funds in a...

How to Pass a DVSA Operator Licence Interview

Jan 19, 2026

The DVSA interview decides if your licence is approved.Poor answers lead to delays, refusal, or Public Inquiry. You must show control. There we will shows how to prepare and pass. Why You Are Interviewed The DVSA checks if you understand your legal duties.They assess...