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Out Now! 2026 Edition #3 of The Extra MileThe latest updates for our drivers with the latest news and views from the world of HGV
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- Katy Tyler
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- 03/03/26
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March 2026 Driver of the MonthOur way of saying thank you to our drivers for going Beyond the Extra Mile!
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- Katy Tyler
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- 03/03/26
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Our Essential Guide for Newly Qualified HGV DriversJust passed your HGV driving test? This simple guide for newly qualified HGV drivers explains what to do next & how to start your career as a commercial driver.
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- Driver Require
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- 23/02/26
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The Real Cost of Employing Drivers vs Using AgencyWhy Hourly Rates Don’t Tell the Full Story
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- Katy Tyler
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- 12/02/26
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Staffing in the spotlight with Driver RequireDriver Require highlights workforce planning as a core operational challenge
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- Katy Tyler
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- 11/02/26
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Upcoming Tax Changes and Joint & Several Liability Reform: What Clients Need to Know Ahead of April 2026From April 2026, reforms to Joint & Several Liability (JSL) will come into force, alongside continued scrutiny of PAYE and umbrella arrangements.
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- Katy Tyler
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- 11/02/26
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Out Now! 2026 Edition #2 of The Extra MileThe latest updates for our drivers with the latest news and views from the world of HGV
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- Katy Tyler
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- 03/02/26
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February 2026 Driver of the MonthOur way of saying thank you to our drivers for going Beyond the Extra Mile!
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- Katy Tyler
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- 02/02/26
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January 2026 Driver of the MonthOur way of saying thank you to our drivers for going Beyond the Extra Mile!
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- Katy Tyler
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- 15/01/26
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Out Now! 2026 Edition #1 of The Extra MileThe latest updates for our drivers with the latest news and views from the world of HGV
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- Katy Tyler
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- 15/01/26
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Looking Ahead to 2026: What We Expect for the Commercial Driving IndustrySee what’s coming for the commercial driving industry in 2026. From new tech to driver demand & other changes expected to shape the year ahead, we cover it all.
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- Driver Require
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- 22/12/25
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Out Now! The Festive Extra MileOur final update of the year sharing festivities and important Christmas information
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- Katy Tyler
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- 22/12/25
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Looking Back on 2025: A Big Year for the Commercial Driving IndustryFrom electric HGV regulations to pay rises and a steady driver pool, Driver Require are looking back at what shaped 2025 for the commercial driving industry.
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- Driver Require
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- 17/12/25
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Out Now! 2025 Edition #12 of The Extra MileThe latest updates for our drivers with the latest news and views from the world of HGV
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- Katy Tyler
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- 02/12/25
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Celebrating 25 Years of Driver Recruitment ExcellenceWe’re proud to celebrate 25 years as trusted UK driver recruitment specialists. Learn about our history & the incredible team behind our longstanding success.
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- Driver Require
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- 24/11/25
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Safe Strapping: Ian Responds to Your FeedbackAfter our recent driver insight video sparked debate online, Ian takes a closer look at safe and legal load securing practices – explaining the reasoning behind his technique and the regulations that guide it.
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- Katy Tyler
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- 11/11/25
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Expert Video Tips to Improve Your Commercial Driving SkillsCheck out our expert video series to upgrade your commercial driving skills, stay focused, and improve your professional competence on the road.
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- Driver Require
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- 10/11/25
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Out Now! 2025 Edition #11 of The Extra MileThe latest updates for our drivers with the latest news and views from the world of HGV
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- Katy Tyler
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- 04/11/25
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November Driver of the MonthOur way of saying thank you to our drivers for going Beyond the Extra Mile!
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- Katy Tyler
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- 03/11/25
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In Memory of Kieran Smith, Former CEO of Driver RequireWe are heartbroken to announce the passing of our former CEO, Kieran Smith. His leadership, vision and dedication shaped Driver Require and inspired many across the logistics industry. He will be dearly missed.
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- Katy Tyler
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- 29/10/25
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Preparing for Peak Delivery Season with Targeted Driver RecruitmentHoliday deliveries threatening to stretch your drivers too thin? Prepare for the season with driver recruitment strategies or a driver recruitment agency.
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- Driver Require
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- 20/10/25
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Driver Recruitment Horror Stories! Red Flags to Look for in the Interview ProcessBuild a stronger logistics company and successful HGV driving career by avoiding these driver recruitment red flags; or use a driver recruitment agency.
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- Driver Require
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- 08/10/25
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From Then to Now: Gwynne LewisGwynne has been with Driver Require for 21 years, hear his story from the start!
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- Katy Tyler
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- 07/10/25
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Out Now! 2025 Edition #10 of The Extra MileThe latest updates for our drivers with the latest news and views from the world of HGV
- Author
- Katy Tyler
- Date
- 07/10/25
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