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Qualities You Need to Be an HGV Driver

January 11, 2023

If you like the sound of life out on the open road, there’s a good chance that HGV driving might be the career for you. Now, you may love driving your car and think you’re pretty good at it, however, when you become an HGV driver, you soon realise that the role demands personal qualities […]

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A Day in the Life of an HGV Driver in the United Kingdom

January 11, 2023

If you’re considering becoming an HGV driver in the UK, you could soon be joining the increasing number of people who are making the career switch. But what’s the work actually like? How do you know if you’d even like it? It’s well-paid work, but you have to enjoy it right? Before you dive in, […]

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Proposals to Combine Cat C & C+E Tests Are Not The Answer

September 21, 2021

The HGV driver shortage continues unabated in the United Kingdom as we move into Autumn of 2021 and the government is proposing an extra measure in an attempt to combat it. Half-empty supermarket shelves have become something of a norm in recent months, as the crisis really starts to bite and as reported by the […]

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Can People With Diabetes Hold An HGV Licence?

June 17, 2021

HGV driving offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a rewarding career in a sector that’s literally crying out for new people. Now, if you’re someone looking to get your HGV licence and you have diabetes, you might wonder whether it precludes you from working in the industry. To provide some clarity on the situation, we […]

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Why Starting Your HGV Training During Lockdown is a Wise Move

February 1, 2021

The last 12 months have certainly been challenging for everyone and we still find ourselves very much locked down in the UK. However, nothing is ever permanent and there will come a point when things start to open up again so that life can get back to normal. Even Boris Johnson has stated that he […]

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Coronavirus Increasing the Demand for HGV Drivers in the United Kingdom

March 19, 2020

Wherever you are in the world right now, it can’t have escaped your notice that we are living in exceptional times caused by the outbreak of the coronavirus. However, in the face of all the doom and gloom that’s circulating as the infection spreads, there is something of a silver lining to this news global […]

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Post Brexit Immigration Policy: Will it affect you as an HGV Driver?

February 26, 2020

Now that the UK has finally left the European Union, it means big changes are on the way for the country and those who intend to find worth here. As stated by Home Secretary Priti Patel, a brand new points-based system or commonly known as Post-Brexit Immigration Policy will come into force on the 1st January […]

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Life of a Class 1 HGV Driver

February 5, 2020

If you’ve done any research into a career as a Class 1 HGV driver, you’ll know that whilst getting your licence is eminently achievable for those with the desire and application to succeed, you will have to put your all into it to achieve your goal. So, when you embark on this career path, you […]

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Why Choosing a Career as an HGV Driver in 2020 is a Savvy Move

January 28, 2020

If like many people, you’re looking for a career in professional driving, rather than just a job to make ends meet, you’re likely to have considered many options. The driving career routes you can take are almost as numerous as the roles you’ll find on the job market, so it can be difficult to identify […]

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