Revision question · Drivers' hours and rest periods

You've been driving a lorry without a break for four-and-a-half hours. Under EU rules, you must now take a break. How long must this break be?

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If you're driving under EU rules, you mustn't drive continuously for more than four-and-a-half hours without taking a break. If you've driven continuously for four-and-a-half hours, you must take a break of at least 45 minutes. Include your stops in the timetable when planning your journey.

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Break the driving period before fatigue buildsReviewed guidance summary · These cover the maximum uninterrupted driving period, 45-minute full break, clock-time examples and the specifically ordered 15-then-30 split.

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