Fleet News

EV Charger Requests on Council Sites

To ensure a coordinated approach to the installation of electric vehicle (EV) chargers across council properties, including schools, all requests must now be submitted via the Transport EV Working Group portal — regardless of whether funding has already been secured.

Please complete this online form to:

• Express your interest in having EV chargers installed on your site
• Request installation support and guidance from the EV Working Group

It is essential that the EV Working Group is aware of every charging point. Recently, chargers have been installed without consultation, making it difficult to manage resources and plan effectively. Going forward, no installations will be considered unless the request has been submitted through the form.

Electric Vehicle Charge Point Installation Request Form – Fill in form

How to book a charger in County Hall

If you have any queries regarding EV chargers on council sites, please email the EV Working Group at: evci@Carmarthenshire.gov.uk 

Thank you for helping us deliver a joined up and sustainable charging network.

New Tyre and Associated Services Contract – Effective 1st August

Please be advised that from 1st August, a new contract for Tyre and Associated Services has been awarded to Tuf Tread Tyres.
 
If you experience any issues with your vehicle’s tyres or require tyre-related services, please contact Iwan Evans (Fleet Services) on 01554 784138.
 
Kindly do not contact the tyre company directly—all requests must go through Fleet Services.
 
Thank you for your cooperation.

Handheld Phones

It is illegal to use a handheld mobile phone while driving. If you’re caught using a handheld phone while driving, you’ll get six penalty points and a fine of £200. HGV and PSV drivers caught using their mobile twice or accruing 12 points on their licence will face the magistrates court.Drivers will also be referred to the traffic commissioner and could face a minimum four week suspension from professional driving.

Hands Free Phones

Hands free phone is legal, but is distracting and therefore can be dangerous. Depending upon the individual circumstances, drivers could be prosecuted for ‘failing to have proper control of the vehicle’.

Why is using a mobile phone while driving dangerous?

It is a mental distraction - driving and using your phone requires you to concentrate on two ‘thinking’ tasks at once. It is a physical distraction - holding your phone leaves only one hand in control of the steering wheel. It is a visual distraction - taking your eyes off the road creates a driving blind spot of the distance you have covered.

How does this affect my driving performance?

Much less aware of what is around you. Fail to see road signs. Fail to maintain proper lane control and steady speed. React more slowly and take longer to brake.

Our policy on using a phone, sat nav or other device when driving 

Tiredness can kill

Please read the Driving Sleepiness and tiredness guidance by the DVLA.

Driving: Sleepiness and tiredness guidance 

Check if a health condition affects your driving

You need to tell DVLA about some medical conditions as they can affect your driving.

Use the A to Z to check if you need to report your condition and find the relevant form or questionnaire.

You can be fined up to £1,000 if you do not tell DVLA about a medical condition that affects your driving.

You may be prosecuted if you’re involved in an accident as a result.

You must give up your licence if either:

• your doctor tells you to stop driving for three months or more
• you do not meet the required standards for driving because of your medical condition

In some cases, such as diabetes, there’s specific guidance for lorry, bus and coach drivers.

It’s worth pointing out that notifiable medical conditions include those which sometimes may be ‘invisible’ at first, such as anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Professional drivers are considered a high-risk group when it comes to mental health.

Have you had an accident in a works vehicle? Have you informed your personal insurance company?

All drivers must declare all accidents/claims to their motor insurance company. If an insurer discovers that a driver has failed to report an accident, then the driver's personal policy could be declared null and void, and they might struggle to obtain cover in the future.

It is not possible to separate your work driving activities from your private arrangements when it comes to motor insurance.

Please always take care, whether this be in your own vehicle or a Council provided vehicle.

Guidance for LGV drivers

This guidance will help you understand and comply with a few important rules and regulations around driver conduct and licensing in the haulage industry. It covers:

• Driver conduct
• Driver CPC and tachograph card
• Driver licensing and medical conditions
• Daily checks