HGVs Safety Permit in Greater London
DRIVING RESTRICTIONS29 November 2019
In the context of its Vision Zero plan, the city of London is implementing a Direct Vision Standard (DVS) and safety permit for all HGVs over 12 tonnes. The Direct Vision Standard measures how much HGV drivers can see directly through their cab windows, and vehicles are assigned a star rating accordingly. From 26 October 2020, all HGVs over 12 tonnes entering or operating in Greater London will need a new safety permit.
Although enforcement will not start until October 2020, applications for safety permits are already opened. Applying is free of charge and can be done online through the following link: https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/dvs-safety-permit-application/.