Department for Transport Pledges to Cut Red Tape

The DfT is seeking to engage with drivers on key issues

The Department for Transport (DfT) has pledged to do away with needless regulations on Britain’s roads as part of the Government’s cross department Red Tape Challenge.
 

It is asking for public feedback on 400 pieces of Whitehall road transport regulations as it looks to cut unnecessary bureaucracy. Through a purpose-built website, the ‘Red Tape Challenge’ encourages local authorities, businesses and private motorists to join the debate on these contentious measures.
 

Roads Minister, Mike Penning said, “By getting government off people’s backs we can free businesses to compete, create jobs and unleash a private sector-led recovery.”
 

The current government has expressed a reasonably driver-friendly attitude and business drivers are sure to welcome any reduction in ‘red tape’ that frees up their time for running their business, rather than administrating their fleet.  There are two sections that are most likely to be of interest to fleet managers and drivers; namely the ‘vehicle safety and standards’ and ‘highways’ elements of the debate.
 

The government has taken a first step in seeking drivers’ views on the legislation they face on a day-to-day basis,  and drivers will no doubt watch with interest as the coming months will reveal whether any affirmative action arises.