From 31 January, 2018 the DVSA (the UK’s Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) examiners will no longer routinely stop vehicles of operators taking part in the Earned Recognition pilot - saving the operators time and money. DVSA examiners will also be less likely to visit their sites.

At the same time, DVSA will publish a list of operators taking part in the Earned Recognition pilot on GOV.UK to recognise their commitment to meeting driver and vehicle standards. UK fleet operators can still apply to join the pilot at www.gov.uk/guidance. Applications must be received by 28 February, 2018.