The Department for Transport (DfT) is reviewing the UK domestic drivers' hours rules, known as the Domestic Rules, which set daily driving limits and break and rest requirements. Drivers affected by the rules include those involved in passenger transport, refuse collection, trades and utilities and road maintenance. The consultation is open till 13 October 2009.

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Details of the consultation can be found at:
http://www.dft.gov.uk/consultations/open/domesticdrivershours/