Public Inquiries
Facing a Public Inquiry? Early expert advice is essential. As the UK’s leading road transport law specialists, we help you navigate the process and protect your business.
O-Licence Applications and Variations
Our team assists with applying for or varying operator licences, ensuring compliance with regulations and streamlining the process to avoid delays or complications.
Preliminary Hearings & Senior Team Leader Meetings
We assist operators in navigating preliminary hearings and senior team leader meetings, offering tailored support to resolve compliance issues and prevent escalation to public inquiry.
Driver Conduct Hearings
Our team supports drivers in conduct hearings, ensuring fair representation and addressing issues that could jeopardise their professional licence.
Traffic Commissioner Appeals
Backhouse Jones is the top firm for Traffic Commissioner representation, ensuring future compliance and avoiding repeat issues.
DVSA & Police Investigations/Prosecutions
Backhouse Jones provides expert legal support for road traffic offences, from speeding and tachograph breaches to serious accidents. Early advice, especially before a PACE interview, is essential. We also assist with international prosecutions and unfair roadside deposits.
Health & Safety Investigations / Prosecutions
Backhouse Jones guides commercial vehicle operators through Health & Safety Executive investigations and prosecutions, from vehicle use to site safety. With rising fines, seek advice immediately after an accident. Let us be your backbone.
Environment Agency / Animal Welfare
With the growth of waste, recycling, and animal transportation in the sector, investigations by the Environment Agency and welfare-related prosecutions are rising. Backhouse Jones offers decades of experience guiding clients through investigations, interviews, and court proceeding.
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“A market leading practice with specialist expertise across the full spectrum of road regulatory matters, including representing operators in public inquiries and prosecutions.”
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