Brussels, 30 May 2018 – On 4 June, the Transport Committee (TRAN) of the European Parliament will vote on the Proposal amending Regulation (EC) No 561/2006 on minimum requirements on maximum daily and weekly driving times, minimum breaks and daily and weekly rest periods, and Regulation (EU) 165/2014 on positioning by means of tachographs. The construction industry, represented by EBC and FIEC, welcomes the compromise proposal allowing national exemptions for the construction industry, but is very concerned about the proposed widening of the legislative scope to include light commercial vehicles (LCVs) engaging in cross-border trade.
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