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Transport Act 2000

Transport Act 2000

2000 CHAPTER 38

Commentary on Sections

Part V: Miscellaneous and Supplementary Provisions

Section 266: Drivers' hours.

278.Section 266 amends Part VI of the Transport Act 1968 to enable the Vehicle Inspectorate and the Police to prohibit drivers of vehicle registered in the UK who have exceeded their permitted driving time from continuing their journey until they have had the necessary break or rest period required under the drivers’ hours rule

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