CPC EU Regulations

Question 1

Which EU regulation governing drivers' hours has been retained in UK law post-Brexit?

Accepted Answer

Regulation 561/2006

Answer

Regulation 3820/85

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Regulation 1071/2009

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Regulation 165/2014

Question 2

Under the retained EU rules, what is the maximum fortnightly (two-week) driving time?

Accepted Answer

90 hours

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80 hours

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100 hours

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112 hours

Question 3

What document must UK drivers carry when driving commercially in EU member states?

Accepted Answer

A UK driving licence plus a Driver Qualification Card (DQC)

Answer

Only a UK driving licence

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A passport only

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No documents are required

Question 4

What is the AETR agreement and when does it apply?

Accepted Answer

The European Agreement on International Road Transport covering drivers' hours for journeys through non-EU countries

Answer

An agreement about vehicle emissions

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An agreement about road construction standards

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A trade agreement for vehicle exports

Question 5

Under the retained EU regulations, what are the requirements for multi-manning (two drivers in the vehicle)?

Accepted Answer

The first break must be taken within 4.5 hours, but daily rest can be reduced to 9 hours and taken concurrently

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The same rules apply as for single-manning

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No breaks are required during multi-manning

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Each driver must take a full 11-hour rest separately

Question 6

What is the purpose of the EU Driver CPC Directive (2003/59/EC) as retained in UK law?

Accepted Answer

To ensure professional drivers maintain and update their driving knowledge and skills through periodic training

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To set vehicle emission standards

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To standardise vehicle registration plates

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To regulate fuel prices across Europe