One of our clients received information that a civil penalty of £52,000 has been imposed on their transport company under the amended the Carriers’ Liability (Amendment) Regulations 2023.
- From minor oversight to severe company’s financial problems
For the road transport company, which we will refer to as ALPHA, it was supposed to be a routine carriage of goods from France to the UK with nothing out of the ordinary. ALPHA has been in the transport industry for more than 15 years and has extensive expertise in providing goods to clients and ensuring their satisfaction. However, during a standard Border Force inspection, four stowaways were discovered hidden in the trailer. The driver was surprised when he found a small hidden hole in the roof of the trailer. The penalty is very severe, although the driver skipped only one spot while going through the security checklist. Under the new regulations, the line between intentionally transporting illegal migrants and doing so without proper due diligence is blurred. More importantly, the penalties are summarised, and the transport company is usually burdened with the payment of the fine. Failure to make the payment can lead to the seizure, detention, and sale of the vehicle to pay off the fine.
- How we can help
If you want to reduce the risk of similar occurrences in your company, please contact us to get comprehensive assistance and organise your safety procedures in compliance with the law.
We care about the safety of your business. That’s why we’d love to help you reduce the risk of incidents in the workplace! Our team of experts can provide guidance in organizing safety procedures that adhere to legal requirements, ensuring that your drivers follow Border Force requirements. If you are interested in our services, please do not hesitate to contact us for further information. We will be more than happy to discuss the matter with you in greater detail.