Get Licensed with Confidence – Your HGV or PSV Operator Licence in Northampton
Don’t let paperwork or compliance hurdles stop your commercial transport business in Northampton — get licensed with confidence.
The Transport Consultancy is a trusted specialist in applying for and securing Operator Licences for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV) and Passenger Service Vehicles (PSV) in Northampton and surrounding areas. With over 20 years of experience, we expertly guide operators step-by-step through the complex licensing process, including managing cases with compliance issues or complex operational needs.
Whether you operate a single truck or a fleet of coaches, buses, minibuses, or trailers, we handle your Operator Licence application comprehensively—from start to finish—ensuring full compliance with DVSA regulations and Traffic Commissioner’s rules for Northampton.
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Our process is clear, efficient, and designed to remove licensing stress.
What is an Operator Licence for HGV and PSV?
In Northampton, an Operator Licence (O-Licence) is legally required for any business operating HGVs or PSVs commercially. The licence is issued by the Traffic Commissioner and regulated by the DVSA, ensuring vehicles, drivers, and operations meet rigorous safety, financial, and professional standards, including driver hours monitoring, tachograph compliance, and proper maintenance.
Why Do You Need an Operator Licence?
Holding an Operator Licence confirms to the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA that:
- Your Northampton transport business has appropriate financial resources to maintain a safe fleet.
- Your HGV or PSV vehicles meet the standards in the DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness.
- Drivers comply with hours of service regulations and maintain correct tachograph records.
- Your operation is professionally competent and legally compliant.
Failure to hold or comply with the licence risks fines, licence revocation, and operational bans.
Types of Operator Licences in Northampton
| Licence Type | Vehicles Covered | Key Notes |
| Restricted Licence | 1–2 goods vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes | Suitable for small operators; requires one named Transport Manager. |
| Standard National Licence | Goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes or more than 2 vehicles | Covers UK operations; requires financial standing, operating centre, and qualified Transport Manager. |
| Standard International Licence | Any number of goods vehicles operating internationally | Covers cross-border compliance with driver hours and tachograph rules. |
| Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Licence | Buses, coaches, minibuses designed for transporting passengers | Governed separately by Traffic Commissioner for passenger transport. |
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Protecting Your Operator Licence in Northampton
Your Operator Licence is essential to your commercial transport business’s success in Northampton. Loss of your licence can halt operations.
Common compliance risks include:
- Failure to maintain vehicles in line with DVSA roadworthiness standards.
- Breaching drivers’ hours or tachograph regulations.
- Inadequate documentation or failed audits.
- Lack of oversight by a qualified Transport Manager.
Minor infractions may trigger warnings, fines, or revocation. Staying audit-ready and compliant prevents Desk-Based Assessments and protects your reputation.
Our Operator Licence Application Service for Northampton
We provide expert help with the licensing process, tailored for Northampton operators:
✅ Application assistance submitting to the Traffic Commissioner.
✅ Support collating financial evidence, vehicle maintenance plans, and public notices.
✅ Assistance appointing qualified Internal or External Transport Managers.
✅ Help securing compliant Operating Centres.
✅ Advice on DVSA-compliant systems for maintenance, drivers’ hours, and records.
✅ Ongoing consultancy to maintain full compliance and readiness for audits.
Our service includes handling public notices and communications with DVSA and the Traffic Commissioner.
Fees (additional to consultancy):
- HGV Application Fee: £257
- PSV Application Fee: £209
- Interim HGV Fee: £68
- Public Notice Fee: £200 + VAT
- Granting Fee: £401 (HGV only, 5-year licence)
From Application to Approval – Licence-Ready Support
Our team guarantees:
- Efficient licence application processing with complete paperwork and DVSA liaison.
- Risk mitigation with compliance audits for Northampton fleets.
- Qualified Transport Manager support meeting licensing and safety requirements.
- Continued compliance consultancy to keep vehicles, drivers, and records fully legal.
Operate your Northampton fleet confidently while avoiding fines, licence warnings, or revocation.
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Why Choose The Transport Consultancy?
Our expertise reduces delays, minimises refusal risks, and ensures your Northampton transport business is fully compliant from day one.
👉 Let us take the hassle from your Operator Licence application so you can focus on growing your transport business.
Book your compliance check now to safeguard your licence from enforcement or public inquiries.
Stay audit-ready with expert regulatory support tailored for Northampton operators.