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

    Answer: Regulation 561/2006

    EU Regulation 561/2006 on driving times and rest periods has been retained in UK law post-Brexit. It continues to apply to drivers of vehicles over 3.5 tonnes or carrying more than 9 passengers.

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

    Answer: 90 hours

    The maximum driving time over any two consecutive weeks is 90 hours. Combined with the weekly limit of 56 hours, this means if a driver drives 56 hours in one week, they can only drive 34 hours in the next.

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

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

    UK drivers operating in EU member states must carry both their UK driving licence and a valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC), which proves they have completed the required 35 hours of periodic training. Additional documents may include an international driving permit.

  4. What is the AETR agreement and when does it apply?

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

    The AETR (Accord Européen sur les Transports Routiers) agreement applies to international journeys through countries that are not EU member states. It contains similar drivers' hours rules to EU Regulation 561/2006.

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

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

    During multi-manning, each driver must take a daily rest of at least 9 hours within a 30-hour period (instead of 24 hours). The first 45 minutes of a co-driver's presence is flexible — they do not need to be in the vehicle for the first hour.

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

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

    The Driver CPC Directive ensures professional LGV and PCV drivers undergo initial qualification and then complete 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years. This maintains and updates their professional competence in areas including road safety, health, and regulations.