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Spring Statement 2019
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Spring Statement 2019
The Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond’s second Spring Statement today (Wednesday, March 13) was an update on the health of the UK economy and the state of the Government’s finances, rather than laying out any major new tax or spending announcements. The fleet industry had hoped that the Chancellor in his 35-minute speech would … Read More “Spring Statement 2019”
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Days Fleet staff get festive for charity
Days Fleet got into the festive spirit by holding our annual Christmas jumper, buffet and charity raffle and auction which has raised over £1120 for our 2018 nominated Christmas charity, Mind. Staff wore Christmas jumpers and festive outfits to raise money for the charity which provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. … Read More “Days Fleet staff get festive for charity”
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Severn Bridge toll charge is abolished
Tolls to cross the Severn bridges into Wales have officially been scrapped after 52 years. The toll was abolished this morning (Monday December 17) and the removal of the fee, which was £5.60 for a car, on the M4 and M48 bridges between south-west England and Wales may save commuters up to £1,400 a year. … Read More “Severn Bridge toll charge is abolished”
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Budget 2018 – What it means for you and your fleet
Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond delivered his third Budget speech today (Monday, October 29, 2018). It was the final Budget prior to the UK leaving the European Union on March 29 next year. However, the Chancellor said that in the event of the UK being unable to secure a Brexit agreement with the European … Read More “Budget 2018 – What it means for you and your fleet”
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2 months ago
Spring Statement 2019
The Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond’s second Spring Statement today (Wednesday, March 13) was an update on the health of the UK economy and the state of the Government’s finances, rather than laying out any major new tax or spending announcements. The fleet industry had hoped that the Chancellor in his 35-minute speech would … Read More "Spring Statement 2019"
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5 months ago
Days Fleet staff get festive for charity
Days Fleet got into the festive spirit by holding our annual Christmas jumper, buffet and charity raffle and auction which has raised over £1120 for our 2018 nominated Christmas charity, Mind. Staff wore Christmas jumpers and festive outfits to raise money for the charity which provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. … Read More "Days Fleet staff get festive for charity"
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5 months ago
Severn Bridge toll charge is abolished
Tolls to cross the Severn bridges into Wales have officially been scrapped after 52 years. The toll was abolished this morning (Monday December 17) and the removal of the fee, which was £5.60 for a car, on the M4 and M48 bridges between south-west England and Wales may save commuters up to £1,400 a year. … Read More "Severn Bridge toll charge is abolished"
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7 months ago
Budget 2018 – What it means for you and your fleet
Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond delivered his third Budget speech today (Monday, October 29, 2018). It was the final Budget prior to the UK leaving the European Union on March 29 next year. However, the Chancellor said that in the event of the UK being unable to secure a Brexit agreement with the European … Read More "Budget 2018 – What it means for you and your fleet"
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9 months ago
Advisory Fuel Rates from 1 September 2018
HMRC has released its latest advisory fuel rates (AFRs), to come into force from September 1. There are four changes; the rate for diesel cars, with an engine size from 1,601cc to 2,000cc, increases by 1p per mile (ppm) from 11-12ppm. All other diesel rates remain unchanged. The rate for petrol cars with an engine size of 1,400cc … Read More "Advisory Fuel Rates from 1 September 2018"
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9 months ago
Dart Charge to increase for some drivers
The Dart Charge for Class B vehicles on registered accounts is to increase by 20% from 1 October 2018. Currently car owners using the Dartford Crossing who have a pre-paid account pay £1.67 per crossing, a third lower than the £2.50 paid by those without an account. However, drivers have received an email informing them … Read More "Dart Charge to increase for some drivers"
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9 months ago
Over 1,400 sign Company Car Tax petition
A petition calling for the 2% Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) rate for electric vehicles to be implemented earlier than planned has secured over 1,400 signatures of support within its first couple of weeks. The petition, which has been set up by a member of the public, mirrors the calls made by the BVRLA last month at the … Read More "Over 1,400 sign Company Car Tax petition"
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9 months ago
HMRC to publish AFR for 100% electric cars from September
HMRC will introduce an advisory fuel rate (AFR) for pure electric cars from September 1 at 4 pence per mile. The new rate called the Advisory Electricity Rate (AER), has been set at 4p per mile and will be published alongside AFRs for petrol, diesel and LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) cars based on engine size. Plug-in hybrid … Read More "HMRC to publish AFR for 100% electric cars from September"
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10 months ago
Drivers to the Continent unfamiliar with new French driving rules
More than half (59%) of drivers are unfamiliar with a range of new driving regulations introduced this year in France, a new RAC study has found. More than three-quarters (78%) were not aware the speed limit on France’s secondary ‘D’ roads was reduced from 1 July from 90kph to 80kph (55mph to 50mph), a move … Read More "Drivers to the Continent unfamiliar with new French driving rules"
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10 months ago
DVLA issues warning to drivers planning summer getaway
The DVLA has warned motorists not to take their vehicle abroad without their V5C logbook, while drivers of leased or hired vehicles will require a vehicle on hire certificate (VE103) from their rental or leasing provider. All UK motorists travelling abroad in a vehicle must carry the original Vehicle Registration Document (V5). If your vehicle is leased … Read More "DVLA issues warning to drivers planning summer getaway"
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10 months ago
M6 toll prices to be increased
The operator of the M6 Toll road has announced new prices to come into effect. From 6am on July 30th, prices will rise for cars by between 30p and 50p per journey, for light goods vehicles by 10p-30p and for heavy goods vehicles by 20p-50p, depending on the journey made. As a result, the cost … Read More "M6 toll prices to be increased"
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