Here is a link to a post regarding FORS - Freight Operators Recognition Scheme, I am sure as a owner driver you will find some of the benefits in becoming a member espicially as you drive within London beneficial to you.

Freight Operators Recognition Scheme

Let me know if you decide to sign up, and i will assist wherever i can, remember to join is free, and you have access to a wealth of knowledge.

There are also regular meetings, and confrences which if you wish you can attend, I am attending one in February relating to the impact of major traffice accidents, where local police, vosa and other speaker will be in attendance.

Also, there is a post in regards to free driver CPC training, all you have to pay is the document upload fee, which will give you a module towards your 5 yearly training.

http://www.truckdriver-online.com/welcome-forum-f2/2578-free-driver-cpc-training-available-hammersmith-fulham.html

Keep us informed if you take any of the offers up, as it is always nice to check what we are informing drivers about is of use, and benefits our users.