The government announced that if truck drivers want to travel to and from the EU from May next year, they will need to obtain a new international operating license.
The additional red tape will take effect next year, along with a series of further inspections at Dover and other ports, which were postponed three times in 2021 due to lack of preparation. Brexit in England.
according to youpdates on the gov.uk website, Starting in May, anyone driving a van, light commercial vehicle, or any car that tows a trailer must hold a “Truck Operator License” to enter the European Union, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein or Switzerland.
Industry leaders say the permit will cost van drivers up to £1,100, which is a heavy burden for independent operators.
The driver will have to pay an application fee of £257 and a license of £401. According to gov.uk, a £401 “renewal fee” will be paid every five years to keep the permit.
The Road Transport Association stated that these regulations will discourage small traders, such as express delivery or importers of wine or antiques and antiques.
Rod McKenzie, managing director of RHA policy and public affairs, said: “It’s just more bureaucracy. It’s been flagged for a while, but it can be a problem for single bands or small operators because they are busy every day. Run a business without noticing this.”
Drivers also need to appoint a staff member or themselves as a “transport manager”-a designated individual to ensure that drivers comply with EU industry regulations and pay taxes after Brexit.
The person must either prove that they have managed the fleet for at least 10 years, or must complete a course to qualify as a transportation manager.
From January 1, when EU exporters need to register, a series of other UK rules will apply to transporters of all sizes Trucking Service (GVMS) Because comprehensive customs control will apply to all goods transported in both directions between the EU and the UK.
Porters without documents will not be allowed to board the ferry or shuttle.
The new inspection of EU imports has been postponed three times, but will be implemented in phases in 2022.Brexit Minister David Frost announced that they will Importers from Ireland continue to be delayed.
From January 1st, EU agricultural exporters must also notify the British authorities of their exports in advance, and start physical inspections of fresh food, animal-derived products and plants (including cut flowers from the Netherlands) from July.
The new site is at Fort Point in Dover Just agreed to carry out these Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) inspections.
A second border control post is being added to the existing HMRC facility in Ashford Severington to handle SPS inspections of plants and wood products, high-risk foods of non-animal origin, horses and livestock.
The Ministry of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs stated that it is identifying a third location in Kent.
McKenzie said: “Brexit was initially challenging for transporters with delays in loading and many setbacks, but like logistics, people have found their own way. A major challenge in 2022 is that our EU counterparts are trying to enter the UK. be prepared.”
