Thinking about becoming a lorry, bus, or coach driver? 💭

You need to:

👉 have a full car licence
👉 be over 18 (but there are some exceptions)
👉 get a qualification called the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).

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Ridefree is a free online course to help you prepare for compulsory basic training (CBT) 🏍️

Sign up here for a lifetime of safe riding 👇
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Issues with tyres often cause an MOT fail. 🛞

Regularly check your tyres for:

📏 At least 1.6mm of tread depth

✅ Correct tyre pressure on all wheels

✂️ Any cuts, bulges, or exposed wires

🔟 Are not older than 10 years

Get your tyres replaced before your MOT if needed. 👩‍🔧

Rule 243 of The Highway Code is about knowing where you cannot stop or park 🚘

You can read it online for free, on GOV UK: ow.ly/mB5E50Os05U ✅

Looking to start driving lessons?

On GOV UK, you can search for instructors in your area 🔎

It will provide their phone number or email address, so you can get started for a lifetime of safe driving 🚘

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Organised waste criminals make an estimated £70 million in illegal profit and cost their victims an estimated £30 million in clean-up costs.

Support us in stopping waste criminals for good.

Find out how: environmentagency.blog.gov.uk/2024/05/08/ope…

#WasteCrimeWednesday

🚘 Issues with number plates can often result in an MOT fail.

Make sure that your number plates are:

🗸 displayed correctly
🗸 not damaged
🗸 clean and can be easily read
🗸 in the correct font, size and character spaces

Rule 88 of The Highway Code is about manoeuvring whilst riding a motorcycle 🏍️

If you ride a motorcycle, it's important to read all the 'rules for motorcyclists' to ensure you're being a safe, responsible rider.

Read the full rule online: ow.ly/s7nz50OgIFt

🛑 Brake issues often cause an MOT fail
👀 Look out for:
🧽 A spongey or slack feeling when braking
🛣️ Sudden jerks when braking
↔️ Pulling to one side when braking
🚥 Taking longer or further to stop than normal
⚙️ Visit a garage if you experience any of these

Rule 265 covers lane discipline on 3 lane motorways when towing a caravan or trailer.

🛣️ The right-hand lane MUST NOT be used if towing a caravan or trailer, unless specifically directed to do so.
👈 Stick to the first lane, and only use the second lane for overtaking.

We’re here at this year’s CV show! 👋

Find us at stand 5G75 and find out how we are continuing to keep Britain's roads safer.

#CVShow

It's important to remember Rule 93 of The Highway Code. ☀️

'Slow down, and if necessary stop, if you are dazzled by bright sunlight' 👀

You can read all The Highway Code rules online, for free: ow.ly/eAvn50OwQbl

Before you plan any sessions with a learner, ask them about their driving skills. 🚗

Things to think about:

🛣️ where you’ll ask the learner to drive
🕔 time of day
🚘 manoeuvres they will practise
☂️☀️ weather conditions

#readytopass #learningtodrive #drivinglessons

Great work from everyone involved. Our teams up and down the country work every day to keep Britain's roads safer.🛣️🤝

Rule 97 of The Highway Code is about ensuring that you're setting off on any journey safely. 🚘

Make sure you're being a responsible road user and helping to keep Britain's roads safe.

You can read the rule online, for free: ow.ly/GcC750NXBwF

When towing a caravan or trailer, speed limits can be different from the one stated on road signs:

3️⃣0️⃣ in built up areas England and Scotland
2️⃣0️⃣ in built up areas in Wales
5️⃣0️⃣ on single carriageways
6️⃣0️⃣ on dual carriageways

#safedriving

You can change your driving test appointment if:

⏰ You find an earlier test (a ‘cancellation appointment’)
📅 You want to move your test to a later date
🏢 You want to change which test centre you take your test at

For more information, visit GOV UK 👇
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Our enforcement officers work with the
Environment Agency
on keeping Britain's roads safer, sharing information to be able to crack down on these issues. 👇

Some of our online services will not be available on Thursday 11 April, from 6pm to midnight.

Our driver services systems will be unavailable to staff and customers.

We’re sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

You will still be able to book and manage theory tests.

Motorists are now able to renew their driving licence and apply for a first provisional licence through the Driver and vehicles account.

Read more 👉 gov.uk/government/new…

Get started by setting up your account 👉 gov.uk/dvla/account