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HGV Driver Group We are an accounting and financial service provider with a focus on the HGV Industry.

IR35 is still one of the biggest factors shaping HGV driver pay, and it isn't going anywhere.Years on from the reform, i...
02/10/2026

IR35 is still one of the biggest factors shaping HGV driver pay, and it isn't going anywhere.

Years on from the reform, it's still affecting drivers' take-home pay, how agencies take drivers on, and the ongoing driver shortage across UK haulage.

Here's the thing. Getting driver pay set up correctly and compliantly isn't just about keeping HMRC happy. It's about keeping more of what you earn, without the admin headache.

That's exactly what we do. Founded by a chartered accountant with family roots in HGV transport, we set up IR35-compliant driver pay that works for drivers and agencies, not against them.

Not sure where you stand with IR35? Let's have a chat. Link in bio for a free consultation.

IR35 got your head spinning? You're not alone. 🚛For HGV drivers and agencies, getting driver pay right isn't optional, i...
25/09/2026

IR35 got your head spinning? You're not alone. 🚛

For HGV drivers and agencies, getting driver pay right isn't optional, it's the difference between smooth running and a nasty compliance headache down the line. That's exactly what we take off your plate: fully compliant, driver-first pay solutions that just work.

Less worry, more road ahead.

Got a question about your setup? Drop us a message or grab a free consultation, link in bio.

Today we are raising a mug to the man who started it all, our founder Neil Hooton. Happy birthday, Neil.Twenty five year...
21/09/2026

Today we are raising a mug to the man who started it all, our founder Neil Hooton. Happy birthday, Neil.

Twenty five years a chartered accountant, a lifetime around the HGV world, and still the first to say that behind every tax return and every payslip is a real driver trying to do right by their family. That belief is the reason this company exists, and it is why we fight the corner of drivers and agencies every single day.

So from all of us, thank you for the wisdom, the patience, and we hope you have a cracking day.

Happy birthday, Neil 🎂

Drop him a birthday message in the comments, we will make sure he sees every one.

Working all the hours and still unsure your take-home adds up?You are not alone. Between IR35, tax codes and payroll ded...
19/09/2026

Working all the hours and still unsure your take-home adds up?

You are not alone. Between IR35, tax codes and payroll deductions, it is easy to lose track of what you should actually be pocketing each week.

That is where we come in. HGV Driver Group was built by people who know this industry inside out, and we make driver pay simple, compliant and clear. No jargon, no guesswork, just the confidence that your money is handled properly so you can focus on the road.

Founded by chartered accountant Neil Hooton, with 25 years of experience and family roots in HGV transport, we are here to make your working life easier.

Get in touch, Mon-Fri on 01204 899333 or check out our website.

Industry coverage this month has put IR35 firmly back in the spotlight, with commentators pointing to it as a major and ...
09/09/2026

Industry coverage this month has put IR35 firmly back in the spotlight, with commentators pointing to it as a major and often overlooked driver of the ongoing HGV shortage. For drivers and agencies, the message is simple: getting your status and pay structure right has never mattered more. Non-compliant arrangements risk penalties, while compliant ones protect your income and your business. That is exactly the space we work in, making sure drivers are paid correctly and agencies stay firmly on the right side of HMRC. If you are unsure whether your current setup is compliant, a quick conversation now can save a lot of stress later.

Get in touch for a free consultation

There's a shift in the numbers this September that's worth knowing about. Fuel duty is set to edge up by 1p from today, ...
03/09/2026

There's a shift in the numbers this September that's worth knowing about. Fuel duty is set to edge up by 1p from today, then again in December and March, but the Chancellor has also announced a 12 month VED holiday for hauliers. That means road tax renewals will cost just £1, saving up to £600 on a typical heavy lorry and up to £912 on the biggest vehicles on the road.

For self employed drivers and agencies alike, that's real money back in the business at a time when every penny counts. If you're not sure how this affects your own tax position or your fleet's renewals, that's exactly what we're here for.

Get in touch for a free consultation and we'll walk you through what it means for you.

Bank holiday weekends are for switching off. Long lie-ins, longer walks, and not a spreadsheet in sight.So while you're ...
27/08/2026

Bank holiday weekends are for switching off. Long lie-ins, longer walks, and not a spreadsheet in sight.

So while you're making the most of the extra day, let us keep an eye on the numbers. Accountancy, payroll, VAT and compliance, all quietly handled in the background, so your time off stays your time off.

That's the whole idea behind HGV Driver Group. We take care of the paperwork that comes with life on the road, so you're free to actually enjoy the moments away from it.

Have a wonderful long weekend. We've got the rest.

There's a change afoot at HMRC, and if you're new to self-employment it's worth knowing about.The old Government Gateway...
21/08/2026

There's a change afoot at HMRC, and if you're new to self-employment it's worth knowing about.

The old Government Gateway is being replaced by a new system called GOV.UK One Login. In short, anyone signing up to HMRC for the first time now creates their own login with an email and password, and verifies their own identity using a passport or driving licence.

It can feel fiddly, but that's exactly where we come in. Taking the tricky bits of tax and compliance off your plate is what we do best, and if you're unsure what the change means for you, we'll walk you through it step by step.

New rules, same friendly help. Get in touch and we'll put you right.

IR35. Two little letters that cause HGV drivers no end of head-scratching.Here's the good news. You don't have to work i...
14/08/2026

IR35. Two little letters that cause HGV drivers no end of head-scratching.

Here's the good news. You don't have to work it out on your own.

At HGV Driver Group, keeping you compliant is the thing we do best. We handle the assessments, the working-hours rules and the ever-shifting regulations, so you can stay firmly on the right side of HMRC without losing an evening to paperwork. And with the Driversmate App, your compliance status sits right there at a glance, with a nudge before anything's due to expire.

Less worry, less admin, more road ahead. That's how it should be.

Focus on driving. We'll handle the rest.

You'll spot the name and think trucks. And you'd be half right.At HGV Driver Group, we're the people behind the people b...
12/08/2026

You'll spot the name and think trucks. And you'd be half right.

At HGV Driver Group, we're the people behind the people behind the wheel. We're a dedicated business support and accountancy service built entirely around the HGV world, here to take the weight of the admin off your shoulders so you can get on with the driving.

From accountancy and payroll to VAT, compliance and IR35, we handle the numbers that keep drivers, agencies and hauliers moving. And with our own App, everything from timesheets to documents lives neatly in one place.

It comes from a real place, too. We were founded by someone raised in an HGV family, who saw first-hand the paperwork and pressures the industry faces. That's the difference. We don't just understand the numbers, we understand the road they come from.

Focus on driving. We'll handle the rest.

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76 Market Street
Bolton
BL47NY

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

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