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Operator Licence Applications<\/h1>\n
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\n\t\t\t\tWhat are the current operator licence financial standing levels?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t
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Operator licence financial standing levels are adjusted on an annual basis. As of January 2021, for a Standard type licence, you must show financial standing of \u00a38,200 for the first vehicle and \u00a34,450 for each additional vehicle. For example, if you apply for a three vehicle licence, you must have available resources of \u00a316,900.<\/p>

For Restricted licences, you must show \u00a33,100 for the first vehicle and \u00a31,700 for each additional vehicle. Again, as an example, a two vehicle licence would require financial standing of \u00a34,800. <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tHow long does an operator licence application take to be granted?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t
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Historically and in our experience, an operator licence application can take between 9-12 weeks to be granted. However in recent times, we have been able to help businesses receive their operator licence within 4-5 weeks which demonstrates the value of involving specialist consultants like GRT.<\/p>

The time it takes for your licence to be granted depends greatly on the information disclosed at the point of application. Many operators submit incomplete or inaccurate applications which take time to be processed and then have to be sent back out to be recompleted. Failure to disclose previous history in the licencing system or unspent convictions for example, can result in your application being referred to the Traffic Commissioner who may decide a Public Inquiry is required. In some extreme cases, we’ve seen applications take up to 1 year to be granted which has an obvious debilitating effect on the business.<\/p>

If you need to start operating sooner, you can request interim authorisation \u2013 contact us<\/a> for more information.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tHow many hours do I need to contribute as a CPC holder to a Standard-type licence?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t
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The Senior Traffic Commissioner approved \u201cguideline\u201d hours that transport managers must spend on any specified licence \u2013 the table can be found on page 19 here<\/a>. Please note that these aren\u2019t suggested hours \u2013 if you fail to allocate and evidence the minimum number of hours when applying, you will likely be refused as CPC holder for the licence.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tDo I need a transport manager?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t
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Transport managers (or CPC holders as they are also known) are required for Standard-type licences. Restricted licences do not require a transport manager to be listed on the application but a ‘responsible person’ should still be nominated by the licence holder to assume the responsibilities of ensuring compliance with all latest legislation.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tWill I get an operator licence with a criminal record?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t
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Notifiable convictions<\/strong> are specified offences that the Traffic Commissioner will take into account when deciding whether you are a fit and proper person to be holding an operator licence. A list of all relevant convictions that should be declared can be found here on page 28-29<\/a>. If you have a notifiable conviction, the Traffic Commissioner may request your attendance at a Public Inquiry to decide whether to grant a new licence.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tWhat are the current operator licence fees?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t
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There are two (and sometimes three) operator licence fees payable when applying for your licence.<\/p>

An application fee of \u00a3257 must be paid upon submission; this fee is non-returnable. Once the licence has been granted, an additional fee of \u00a3401 is applicable for its issue. <\/p>

If you are looking for interim authorisation, an extra fee of \u00a368 is applicable and this can be paid when submitting the application. Alternatively, you can fill in a paper INT1 form<\/a> and submit with a cheque.<\/p>

A fee of \u00a3401 is due every five years should you wish to continue your licence.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t

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General Compliance<\/h1>\n
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\n\t\t\t\tNil defect reporting – what is it? How long should I keep reports?\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t
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Nil defect reporting is the most common method for reporting defects. This requires drivers to complete a check form even if no defects are present. It is highly recommended to implement a nil defect reporting system as it can be your first line of defence when trying to demonstrate that your vehicles are maintained in a roadworthy condition.<\/p>

It is important to ensure your drivers are completing defect reports fully to include all required information. This includes:<\/p>