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Provides information on the RoadRunner RTD Web-based computer software system from Road Tech Computer Systems. Capability of the software to monitor truck drivers' hours of work; Details of access to the software; Type of data to include in the monitoring system.

The article provides information on a survey on truck workshop rates in several locations in Great Britain. On a brand basis, Renault dealers operate the longest hours, 112.9 on average, with Mercedes the lowest at 88.6. Opening hours and appointments are important, but many will probably see labour rates as more so. Most of the dealers were keen to point out that their rates are flexible when it comes to negotiating with regular customers.

The article focuses on the concept of the Periods of Availability (POA) which was used by several trucking companies to manager their drivers' working time directive (WTD) in Great Britain. It explains how the approach can be used when waiting at borders or ferry terminals. It also mentions the strategy of several companies to ensure compliance of WTD and POA from their drivers who tend to ignore the scheme unless their employers monitor them.

The article discusses the need for British employers to plan ahead to manage any potential problems of absenteeism with the near opening of the World Cup. It suggests the need for employers to have robust policies in place and ensure such are consistent with any special arrangements they intend to make. It also recommends employers to offer shift swaps to assure there is still adequate cover in the workplace where appropriate. INSET: Social media.

The article presents information on the Driver Hour Guard Timers, a software for professional drivers in Great Britain. The software is based on legislation related to driver's hours of work. The Hour Guard software is programmed with the permitted breaks, enabling a driver to remain within the law, which reduces the risks of tachograph infringements. The hour guard records the total driving time, and displays on the screen the time when a driver should stop for a break.

The article reports on the changes to the scope of the European Union rules governing drivers' hours. It summarizes vehicles and sectors for British operations that have gained or lost concessions. According to the author, drivers will have to comply with the new rules immediately and use a logbook to record their hours until a tachograph is fitted to the vehicle. The responsibilities for drivers include the use a tachograph chart in recording other work and periods of availability (POA).

The article reviews the changes in the rules governing drivers' hours and their implications for European Union drivers' schedules. According to the author, the key change is that the flexibility to split breaks is reduced in two ways. Breaks may only be split into two, rather than three periods. She adds that the new rules will only allow a break pattern that shows the second period of rest being at least 30 minutes.

This article reports on the implementation of the Working Time Regulations in Ireland as a result of a European Commission directive that limits drivers' average hours, as of February 2006. The regulations mirror those introduced in Great Britain last April 2005. And the initial reaction of the Irish industry is that they fail to take into account the seasonal nature of some Irish haulage and its dependence on international operator.

Offers hauliers definitive guide to the European Union Working Time Directive, which is intended to provide better working rights for employees across Europe. Three main parts of the directive; Reason heavy goods vehicles drivers will not be subject to the 48-hour average week or night work limits; Penalties for not following the directive; Clarification on the issue of whether owner-drivers will eventually be covered by the directive.

The article provides an answer to a question regarding the need to keep the work hours of drivers on the tachographs.

The article provides an answer to a question on the number of hours a double-manned vehicle can work under the European Union's (EU) rules.

The article focuses on the discovery that managers in the transport and logistics sectors are more likely to work over their contracted hours than their counterparts in most other industries. The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) reports that 94 percent of managers in the sector work longer hours to ensure meeting deadlines. Petra Wilton, head of public affairs at CMI, says in most other sectors fewer than 90 percent of managers work extra hours. It can also lead to poor health.

The article reports on the planned review of the Working Time Directive (WTD) of the European Union by the British Department for Transport (DfT). The review is anticipated to result in updated guidance notes and greater enforcement from the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA). According to Nick Graham, chairman of the Freight Transport Association (FTA) road freight council, he is concerned about the regulations and extra cost of implementing them.

The article discusses issues related to offenses and penalties under the new European Union drivers' hours rules. According to the author, it would appear that a driver's employers can avoid prosecution, or have a defense if prosecuted, if they can demonstrate that they have a proper tachograph compliance structure in place in their business. The changes in the rules do not alter existing offenses relating to creation of false or incomplete records, revised in August 2005.

The article reports on a case in which JHB Enfield was fined £1,454 for permitting a driver to take insufficient weekly rest. The company admitted the offense when it appeared before the Barking magistrates. The driver involved in the case was Radoslaw Wroblewski, who pleaded guilty to failing to take sufficient weekly rest and using a vehicle with an insecure load. He was fined £350 with £115 costs.

The article reports on changes in the regulations governing the weekly rest of drivers in the European Union. The changes became effective on April 11, 2007. Under the new regulations, drivers will be allowed to reduce their rest to 24 hours at the vehicle's base. This will enhance the flexibility of the working hours of drivers.

The article reports on the changes made in the time sheets of the drivers at DHL Exel Supply Chain in Redditch in Worcestershire, England without their knowledge. The Transport & General Workers Union uncovered the changes which were made in red ink by local managers to show the drivers as being on a period of availability instead of driving under Working Time Directive rules.

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to articles in previous issues including "Time to Rethink Working Time," in the June 29, 2006 issue, the completion of a route-mapping system in Cambridgeshire in England and the limited coverage of the Truckfest South West event.

Presents the results of two studies of the effects of the Working Time Directive (WTD) on truck drivers and their employers in Great Britain. Percentage of truck drivers who feel that they have not been fully informed about the directive; Utilisation of the flexible arrangements under WTD by operators; Criticism from the Transport & General Workers Union on the regulation.

Reports on the warning given by the United Road Transport Union (URTU) to its driver members at Cheshire, England-based haulier James Irlam & Sons, that they are at risk of breaking Working Time Directive (WTD) regulations in 2005. Views of URTU national negotiator Roy Abrahams on the decision of Irlam to opt out of the WTD for night workers; Reaction of Abrahams upon learning that Irlam took legal advice before proceeding with a workforce agreement.

Reports on the failure of campaigning residents to get night time restrictions imposed on the operation of Woodall Transport in Station Road, Coleshill in Birmingham, England. Concerns of the residents on the company's operation; Efforts of the company to reduce the effects of its night time operations; Reason behind the refusal of the West Midland Deputy Traffic Commissioner to impose restrictions on the company.

Reports on the confirmation given by British Transport Secretary Alistair Darling on the release of the final draft of the Working Time Directive consultation in October 2004. Overview of the draft; Issues on the delay in publishing the directive.

Discusses the impact of the working time directive on the used commercial vehicle market in Great Britain. Impact on the working hours of company drivers; Actions that should be taken by used commercial vehicle operators in response to the directive, according to Jim Warburton of Iveco; Implication of an increase in owner-drivers in Great Britain.

Presents letters to the editor referencing articles and topics related to the transportation industry in Great Britain, published in previous issues. Danger posed by heavy trucks on other vehicles and drivers; Article on the lack of understanding of the working time directive in Britain's transport industry; "VOSA's five-year funding strategy," which focused on the increase in fees facing HGV operators in Great Britain.

Reports on the impact of excessive hours of labor on the lives of truck drivers in Great Britain, according to a trade-union survey conducted in 2003. Impact of overwork on drivers' family and social lives; Average working hours per week; Reason for working long hours.

Criticizes the proposed Working Time Directive (WTD) in Great Britain. Questions of truck operators on the inconsistencies of WTD; Negative effects of WTD on independent truck owners; Proposal to control the work time of truck drivers.

Reports on the deadline for the submission of responses to the British government's first consultation on Working Time Directive. Proposal of the Freight Transport Association; Criticism of the Road Haulage Association on the delay of the report; Scheduled implementation of the policy.

Focuses on the Working Time Directive (WTD) imposed on the British transportation industry. Reasons for the implementation of WTD; Percentage of cost that would be passed to customers; Attitude displayed by the industry despite the problem posed by WTD.

Reveals that warehouseman and other backroom staff in Great Britain could avoid the stringent requirements of the Working Time Directive due to a legal loophole. Significance of the directive; Information on the argument of Michael Ponsonby on a landmark ruling by the European Court of Justice at a U.K. Employment Appeal Tribunal in 2001; Argument of Ruth Pott, head of employment affairs at the Road Haulage Association on Ponsonby's claims.

Focuses on the Working Time Directive issued to govern the transportation industry in Great Britain. Issues concerning self-employed drivers; Confusions on the coverage of the directive; Views of employment lawyer Mike Butler on the directive.

Deals with the work schedules of Laura Weatherley, owner of William Aggregates, from Monday to Friday.