Regulator profile
DfT
Department for Transport
Policy Department3 areas of regulation · 15 official guidance documents · UK-wide
What DfT does
Government department responsible for transport policy. Sets standards for road, rail, aviation, and maritime transport. Works with agencies (DVSA, MCA, ORR) on implementation. Responsible for transport infrastructure investment and planning.
Additional information
Policy department - implementation via DVSA, CAA, MCA, ORR. Some transport matters devolved to Scotland, Wales, NI.
Contact DfT
Types of regulation
Official guidance from DfT
Curated guidance documents to help you understand your obligations.
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Vehicle insurance requirements
Detailed Guidance
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Street works qualifications in England: guidance for operatives and supervisors
Publication
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Moving dangerous goods guidance
Detailed Guidance
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Taxi and private hire licensing (GOV.UK)
Detailed Guidance
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Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 8 (DfT)
Publication
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HGV Road User Levy
Detailed Guidance
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International road haulage - cabotage and cross-trade in the EU
Detailed Guidance
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Manual for Streets (DfT)
Publication
Related legislation
Legislation connected to DfT's remit but not directly enforced — establishing Acts, amendments, referenced legislation, and context.
Administered / monitored
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The Street and Road Works (Amendments Relating to Electronic Communications) (England) Regulations 2020
UK Statutory Instrument 2020 -
The Street and Road Works (Miscellaneous Amendments) (England) Regulations 2022
UK Statutory Instrument 2022
Other publications
12 additional documents from DfT.
- Nationally significant transport infrastructure projects
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Street works permit schemes
Published 31 March 2023
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The merged Approved Documents
Published 20 July 2020
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Street works permit schemes conditions
Published 17 March 2015
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Mapping underground assets to find buried pipes and cables (TAL 7/14)
Published 12 November 2014
Sectors regulated
Coverage area
UK-wide