Furniture Carrier Must Produce Figures
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TV a haulier using an A-licence van to
carry small items of furniture within a limited radius were allowed to use a B-licence vehicle instead, the A-licence unit would be released for other work to the detriment of competitors. This was submitted by B.R.S. (Pickfords), Ltd., last week, when they opposed an application by Mr. S. E. Watson, heard by the West Midland Licensing Authority, Mr, W. P. James.
Mr. Watson wanted to vary the conditions of his B licence by adding: " Furniture— second-hand, new and antique—within 20 miles of base." On his behalf, Mr. E. Moore said his 1,000cu.-ft. furniture van on A licence was fully employed, but he had a B-licence van of about 350 Cu. ft. which worked mainly in the mornings on school meal and newspaper deliveries.
Some of Mr. Watson's work was the collection and delivery of antiques, small items of furniture and pianos, within a limited radius, which at present had to be fitted in between removals. It would be more economical, and advantageous to customers, if the B-licence vehicle could take over some of the work.
Mr. R. A. Webb, for Pickfords, said this change would release the A-licence van for other work, so competitors would be hit by a grant. He was told that no separate figures were kept for the vehicles.
Mr. James said these figures were most important and the bearing would be adjourned until they were produced.
WEYMOUTH COMPETITION DATE -pm Weymouth round of the Lorry Driver of the Year Competition will be held orr either Saturday, April 18, or Sunday, April 19, depending on the wishes of competitors. Operators are asked to advise Mrs. I, P. Hall, organizing secretary, 36 Broadmeadow Road, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, which day they prefer.