Amending the UK trailer registration scheme: altering inspector location, removing further inspection fee and addition of trailer type information
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Detail of outcome
Following the consultation, the changes proposed were legislatively implemented.
Detail of feedback received
We received 6 responses to this consultation. A summary of public feedback is included in the consultation outcome.
Original consultation
Consultation description
Proposes amending the UK trailer registration scheme to:
- alter the prescribed licence plate font to specify the Charles Wright font required by the display regulations
- removing the requirement for inspection of a trailer to only be carried out at a designated testing station
- abolishment of the further trailer inspection fee following an appeal
- reducing the maximum period before a keeper can apply for a renewed trailer documentation from 1 year to 6 months
- the addition of trailer type details when registering a trailer
- amending the registration regulations so that mechanically propelled vehicles, towed vehicles, cannot also be registered
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Last updated 12 October 2023 + show all updates
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The government response has been published.
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