Most professional lorry and bus drivers must complete 35 hours periodic training every 5 years to maintain a Driver CPC card (sometimes called a ‘driver qualification card’ or ‘DQC’).

Getting military on the civilian roads - In addition military drivers (who have different training) will be allowed to drive in civilian situations during that period.

DCPC Enforcement arrangements

Drivers will not be subject to enforcement action by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) in respect of the Driver CPC regulations. We have informed police forces of this position. If you are stopped by an enforcement officer they can check to see that you have previously recently held a Driver CPC or are in the military (including reservists acting under instruction). Drivers should carry their expired Driver CPC card if they have it.

The drivers that this measure applies to will be required to comply with Driver CPC rules from 1 October 2020.

The end date will be kept under review. The proposed schedule includes a substantial period to recover missed training, whose duration will need further assessment.

Insurance

Road transport operators will need to check insurance validity, but should not expect any significant change in premiums.

Never held a Driver CPC or Driver CPC expired before 1 March 2020

We are considering options for drivers with the HGV or PCV entitlements who have never held a Driver CPC and who want to start driving professionally.