A HAMPSHIRE charity dedicated to making the county’s roads safer has launched a new course to ensure lorry drivers are at the top of their game.

The Blue Lamp Trust h a s introduced the course for drivers of LGVs and HGVs, which will start in April.

The classroom-based course will be compulsory for all drivers, new and existing, who hold both the LGC or the PCV licences. It is designed to expand on the driver’s existing knowledge and skills to ensure they continue to be careful and fuel-efficient.

David Watkins, business development manager of the charity, said: “It is great to be able to offer this course to local, larger vehicle drivers.

The Blue Lamp Trust is committed to keeping our roads safe and we look forward to welcoming drivers and guiding them through their training with us.”

For more information call 0300 777 0157.