Safer Roads Ahead?
The government has recently released its first major Road Safety Strategy in more than a decade. It’s set to reshape the way the UK approaches road safety for years to come. With a target to reduce deaths and serious injuries by 65% by 2035, this strategy seems quite ambitious. For […]
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Celebrating our HGV Driver of the Year 2025
We are celebrating female driver named HGV Driver of the Year 2025 Two weeks ago we attended a great night of celebration as the Northamptonshire Logistics Awards brought together the very best of our industry. We are happy to say the evening of September 26, 2025, will remain another proud […]
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The walkaround check – latest guidance
When you’re behind the wheel of an HGV, you’re carrying more than just a load—you’re carrying responsibility. Every mile you cover relies on one key thing: your vehicle being safe, roadworthy, and fit for purpose. That’s why the daily walkaround check isn’t just a box to tick—it’s a legal duty, […]
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Gearing Up for the Logistics Awards 2025
The Northamptonshire Logistics Awards 2025 are just 2 weeks away – the countdown is on! We’re so excited for Thursday, 26th September, when the logistics community will gather at the Mercure Northampton Hotel for one of the biggest nights of the year – and we can’t wait to be there […]
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How to recognise and handle driver fatigue
Driver fatigue isn’t just a fancy term — it’s something we know all too well, not just as a driver recruitment agency, but as HGV drivers ourselves. We’ve felt the tired eyes, the long days, and the endless miles. And sadly, we’ve also seen the headlines. Too many crashes. Too […]
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The Hidden Value of being an HGV Driver
HGV driving often gets a bad name — people say it’s hard, lonely, and doesn’t get much respect. But whether you’re thinking about starting a career or have been driving for years, it’s worth remembering the good sides of the job. Some choose this career because they like being on […]
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UK Trucking: A Career Or A Crisis?
There has been a lot of talk recently about trucking in the UK—driver shortages, government interventions, and the challenges facing the industry. The country is facing a trucker shortage, yet many drivers are leaving the industry almost as quickly as they enter it. In an attempt to fix this, the […]
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Celebrating 10 Years of NN1 Personnel
Wow, can you believe it? NN1 Personnel is celebrating 10 years anniversary this week!!! This isn’t just any milestone—it’s our first huge one, and we’re bursting with pride. From our humble beginnings in 2015 to becoming an award-winning driver agency in Northamptonshire, this journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. […]
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Road Safety Week 2024
From National Lorry Week to Road Safety Week. Every year, Road Safety Week brings communities, organizations, and families together with one shared goal—making our roads safer. This year, from November 17th to 23rd, it’s once again focusing on road victims, with a powerful theme: After the Crash, Every Road Victim […]
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National Lorry Week 2024
It’s time for National Lorry Week 2024 !! The event is proudly organised by the Road Haulage Association (RHA). While the official week runs from 4th to 8th November, the RHA lorry is already making its rounds ( more details further in the blog). This campaign is a celebration of […]
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