The Isle of Man has launched a consultation to get feedback from operators on its planned introduction of O-licences. Transport lawyer Murray Oliver will oversee the formation of the new laws. The ideas do not exactly mirror the O-licensing system in the UK, and the Isle of Man's Department of Transport (DoT) will run the scheme because Vosa has no jurisdiction there.
The areas under consideration during the consultation include levels of financial standing, how to determine professional
competence and repute, how to measure compliance, fees and operating centre regulation. The rules will cover trucks above 7.5t, although the DoT will consider expanding it to cover 3.5t trucks at a later date.
Under the proposals, trucks visiting the island will be able to remain for four days, but will need an O-licence to stay longer. Trailers will be given unique trailer numbers under the system, and fees are likely to be £3,100 for the first vehicle and £1,500 for each subsequent HGV.
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