HGV driver shortage: UK government response

The UK government is providing funding to help train new HGV drivers, increasing the number of HGV driving tests and encouraging former drivers to return to driving.

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Become an HGV driver

How to become a qualified heavy goods vehicle (HGV) driver and get the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
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Find training to become an HGV driver

How you can train to drive a heavy goods vehicle (HGV): Skills Bootcamps, apprenticeships, vocational courses and driving schools.
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Return to HGV driving

Check what you need to do to return to driving a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) after a break from the role.
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Government announces major review into HGV driver training

Review to look at improving compulsory ongoing training for existing and returning heavy goods vehicle drivers announced.
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