C1 1 am a freight vehicle operator in Guernsey, hannel Islands,
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and would like o be able to operate within the JK. Presumably I would have to have an operator's licence. .?.ould you explain how to go about obtaining this and what 'egislation applies?
A The Transport Act 1968 PI1 provides for the licensing of freight transport operators in the UK. The legislation is aimed mainly at road safety and, in brief, a licensed operator is expected to make provision for the proper maintenance of his vehicles and for the keeping of records by his drivers. He is asked to show he is a fit and proper person to hold a licence and that he has sufficient financial standing to ensure that he can ensure the roadworthiness of his vehicles.
However, to obtain an 0 licence here, you would need to establish a permanent operating base in the UK from which you will operate your vehicles and maintain the statutory records. The Licensing Authority to whom you apply for a licence will depend on the situation of that base.
For instance, if you obtain an operating base in Weymouth, then you should write to the Licensing Authority for the Western Traffic Area, The Gaunts' House, Denmark Street, Bristol BSI 5DR.