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Being stopped by the police or DVSA - fixed penalties, roadside prohibitions, driving without an operator's licence, immobilisation and impounding.
As a commercial driver, you might be asked to stop by the police or a…
You’re responsible for maintaining the roadworthiness of your vehicle.…
A prohibition can prevent you from driving until you get a problem with…
You need a valid operator’s licence if you drive the following for any…
If you get a fine from a Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)…
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) officers and police officers…
Translations of the service to pay a DVSA fine for vehicle defects, breaking the rules around drivers’ hours, and other offences.
How to pay a DVSA fine or fixed penalty for vehicle defects, breaking the rules around exceeding drivers’ hours, and other offences.
Independent reports showing results and analysis of government trial of roadside noise cameras.
It’s illegal to hold a phone or a sat nav while driving - you'll get penalty points, a fine and can be banned from driving.
How vehicle defects found during roadside inspections or vehicle tests are categorised and what action will be taken when they're found.
Signing arrangements for motorway service areas (MSAs) and other roadside facilities on major roads in England.
Research into the methods and equipment for the detection of excessively noisy road vehicles and enforcement of noise regulations.
Apply for compensation for damage to your vehicle - report the damage, fill in the damage report form, provide evidence
Information on road traffic devices, such as breath-testing, speed cameras and immobilisation devices.
You must tell DVLA if you have post-traumatic stress disorder and it affects your driving - download the correct form to let them know
Legal noise limits for on and off-road vehicles, and what to do if you're affected by road, rail or aircraft noise
Outlines problem of traffic accidents associated with roadside, village and ribbon developments, includes recommendations for good design.
Data and statistics about the vehicle miles travelled by vehicle type, road category and region.
Traffic sign images for reproduction in printed matter, on screen or in other media.
Data and statistics about road congestion and travel times on the Strategic Road Network and local 'A' roads.
Outlines reforms to the management of motorways and major roads in England.
Street works and road works information for local authorities and statutory undertakers carrying out work on or under the street.
You must tell DVLA if you have multiple sclerosis - download the correct form to let them know
This study aimed to develop a participatory approach for roadside protection through the plantation of cash generating crops along the Right of Way
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