Updated Traffic Commissioner Guidance

03 April 2024

The Traffic Commissioners, with the support of the trade associations and others, have recently updated the guidance in relation to local bus services registering and operating in England and Wales. Changes in legislation has resulted in an increase in the number of bodies responsible for the registration of local bus services. If you operate in a franchised area which are covered by enhanced partnership schemes you will now be subject to different procedures. A full copy of the guidance can be accessed here.

Over the last 12 months the Traffic Commissioners have also updated other guidance documents including the Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing Guide and the Public Service Vehicle Operator Licensing Guide.

All key documents and resources you may require to ensure you keep your business compliant can be found on the gov.uk website.

If you do require any further guidance or advice with regards to the updates from the Traffic Commissioners, then please contact our Regulatory team here.