Guides for drivers

Agency PAYE vs umbrella: what an HGV driver really takes home

How agency PAYE and umbrella pay differ for UK HGV drivers in 2026/27, what the umbrella takes out, and how to compare rates fairly.

HGV night-out allowance explained (2026/27)

HMRC's tax-free overnight allowance for lorry drivers: £34.90 without a sleeper cab, £26.20 with one. What it covers and what to check.

12 questions to ask an HGV agency before your first shift

A checklist for new and experienced HGV drivers signing with a driving agency: pay, hours, cancellations, holiday pay and more.