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What UK bus and coach operators need to do to provide services, tours, holidays and trips into the EU and other countries.
Buses and coaches used for practical driving tests have to meet certain rules, and some must also carry a minimum weight.
Qualify as an HGV or bus driver, requalify if you used to drive an HGV or bus, get a provisional licence, take the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) tests.
To become a heavy goods vehicle (HGV), bus or coach driver you need to:…
If you’re returning to be an HGV or lorry driver, you must bring your…
You do not need the full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence…
You must get an ‘animal transportation certificate of competence’ if you…
When you apply, you’ll need to choose what category of provisional licence…
You can book the part 1 theory test of the Driver Certificate of…
You can book the part 2 case studies test of the Driver Certificate of…
You must have passed the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence…
Once you’ve qualified, there are things you need to do when working as a…
The full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) lets you…
Provisional licence It’s free to apply for a provisional heavy goods…
Apply for a section 19 standard or large bus permit.
Run a bus service in and out of London - registering, London Service Permit, bus registration, public service vehicle operator’s licence, PSV
What you need to check inside and outside of the vehicle when you do a bus, coach or other public service vehicle (PSV) walkaround check.
An overview of the process for registering and operating local bus services in England and Wales
Being stopped by the police or DVSA - fixed penalties, roadside prohibitions, driving without an operator's licence, immobilisation and impounding.
If you're not happy with the way a bus or coach operator has handled your complaint, Bus Users can help.
Apply for a section 22 community bus permit.
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