Standard licences
If you hold a standard national or standard international licence, you need a named Transport Manager who holds the right Transport Manager CPC. For a sole trader or partnership, the operator themselves may be the Transport Manager if they hold the qualification.
Restricted licences
Restricted licences carry different requirements and do not need a Transport Manager in the same way. The GOV.UK guidance on goods vehicle operator licensing is the place to confirm what applies to you.
If you do not have one
Do not wait. Operating without a required Transport Manager puts your licence at risk. Speak to the traffic commissioner's office and take advice on how to fill the gap quickly.
General information only. Operator licensing rules are set by the Office of the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA and can change. Always check the current guidance on GOV.UK. Nothing here is legal advice.
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