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Dan Parton

@_danparton

Journalist and editor, interested in social care, mental health, learning disabilities, trucks, office supplies/tech, sport. widower, dad of 3.

 West Bromwich
Joined March 2010
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The March issue of In Focus magazine is nearly ready! This issue is all about transitioning to adult services. Thanks to @NDTicentral @Hftonline @TaniaLT @_danparton @darrendevine3 @MedjournoAlison for contributing articles. #Adulthood #Transitions
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ALT In Focus magazine cover. Text saying 'The 1st issue of In Focus magazine is coming soon...'

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Such a sad end to such a historic building… RIP the Crooked House pub…
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These plans will utterly bar disabled individuals from accessing the rail network. They are unjust, discriminatory, and shockingly appalling. We must vehemently oppose them with unwavering determination! telegraph.co.uk/news/2023/07…
Train station ticket offices to be almost entirely scrapped

Train station ticket offices to be almost entirely scrapped

Just under 1,000 desks will be put forward for closure in modernisation plans to make railways more efficient and cost effective

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EV truck manufacturer Volta Trucks has announced the rollout of its new 'Truck as a Service' infrastructure to logistics operator Heppner. thetruckexpert.co.uk/volta-t…
Volta rolls out 'Truck as a Service' infrastructure | The Truck Expert

Volta rolls out 'Truck as a Service' infrastructure | The Truck Expert

EV truck manufacturer Volta Trucks has announced the rollout of its new 'Truck as a Service' infrastructure to logistics operator Heppner.

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UK CV production grew by 11% in the best October since 2019, as production volumes increased to round off ten consecutive months of growth. thetruckexpert.co.uk/uk-cv-p…

UK CV production rises for tenth month in a row | The Truck Expert

UK CV production grew by 11% in the best October since 2019, as production volumes increased to round off ten consecutive months of growth.

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Schmitz Cargobull has added a new product to its general cargo portfolio, developed to meet the requirements of the UK and Irish markets. thetruckexpert.co.uk/schmitz…

Schmitz Cargobull launches new curtainside semi-trailer

Schmitz Cargobull has added a new product to its general cargo portfolio, developed to meet the requirements of the UK and Irish markets.

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Renault Trucks has unveiled the models of its heavy-duty all-electric E-Tech T and C, which are the first to bear the manufacturer's new logo. thetruckexpert.co.uk/renault…
Renault Trucks unveils electric T and C models | The Truck Expert

Renault Trucks unveils electric T and C models | The Truck Expert

Renault Trucks has unveiled its heavy-duty all-electric E-Tech T and C, which are the first to bear the manufacturer's revised logo.

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Nearly 40% of HGVs failed vehicle enforcement checks between April to June, as an increasing number of hauliers risk criminal charges.  thetruckexpert.co.uk/drivers…

HGV drivers run risk of criminal charges due to poor maintenance checks | The Truck Expert

Nearly 40% of HGVs failed vehicle enforcement checks between April to June, as an increasing number of hauliers risk criminal charges. 

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New UK HGV registrations increased by 30% in the third quarter of 2022 - the best quarterly growth since Q3 2021. thetruckexpert.co.uk/hgv-sal…
HGV sales post strong growth in third quarter | The Truck Expert

HGV sales post strong growth in third quarter | The Truck Expert

New UK HGV registrations increased by 30% in the third quarter of 2022 - the best quarterly growth since Q3 2021.

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@TrucknDriver @dougierankine @_danparton @scania_online @RoadTrucksLtd @kingsoftheroad1 @ScaniaUK @ScaniaGroup @KelsaTrucks @ConvoyTruckShow @RTXPO_ @ToftJuste @JarrodV8Power @RHAPaulaBoland @rhapaulallera good right up in the Truck n Driver magazine this month
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Volta Trucks and Siemens have agreed to partner to help Volta customers accelerate their transition to fleet electrification. thetruckexpert.co.uk/volta-t…

Volta and Siemens to accelerate electrification | The Truck Expert

Volta Trucks and Siemens have agreed to partner to help Volta customers accelerate their transition to fleet electrification.

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Renault starts taking orders for new E-Tech T and E-Tech C 44-tonne electric trucks for regional transport and urban construction operators. thetruckexpert.co.uk/renault…

Renault Trucks E-Tech T and C available for pre-order

Renault starts taking orders for new E-Tech T and E-Tech C 44-tonne electric trucks for regional transport and urban construction operators.

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Wheel loss incidents can be devastating, but diligent checks and technology can help to ensure that wheel nuts stay where they should be. thetruckexpert.co.uk/check-y…

Check your nuts: the importance of wheel nut security

Wheel loss incidents can be devastating, but diligent checks and technology can help to ensure that wheel nuts stay where they should be.

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Thompson Commercials has been appointed a full Isuzu truck dealer for the Sheffield and South Yorkshire area, Isuzu Truck has announced. thetruckexpert.co.uk/isuzu-t…

Isuzu Truck expands dealer network | The Truck Expert

Thompson Commercials has been appointed a full Isuzu truck dealer for the Sheffield and South Yorkshire area, Isuzu Truck has announced.

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The DAF LF range is getting a new range of drivelines that result in up to 7% higher fuel efficiency compared to existing models. thetruckexpert.co.uk/daf-int…

DAF LF gets more efficient drivelines | The Truck Expert

The DAF LF range is getting a new range of drivelines that result in up to 7% higher fuel efficiency compared to existing models.

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DAF Trucks has launched its next-generation XD and XF Electric trucks, promising ranges from 200km to more than 500km on a single charge. thetruckexpert.co.uk/daf-ann…

DAF announces new XD and XF Electric trucks | The Truck Expert

DAF Trucks has launched its next-generation XD and XF Electric trucks, promising ranges from 200km to more than 500km on a single charge.

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DAF’s XD series has been voted International Truck of the Year 2023 by a jury representing 24 major trucking magazines throughout Europe. thetruckexpert.co.uk/dafs-xd…

DAF XD wins 2023 International Truck of the Year award

DAF’s XD series has been voted International Truck of the Year 2023 by a jury representing 24 major trucking magazines throughout Europe.

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Daimler Truck has unveiled its heavy-duty, electric Mercedes-Benz eActros LongHaul long-distance truck, which has a range of about 500km. thetruckexpert.co.uk/mercede…

Mercedes-Benz eActros LongHaul makes public debut

Daimler Truck has unveiled its heavy-duty, electric Mercedes-Benz eActros LongHaul long-distance truck, which has a range of about 500km.

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Carrier Transicold unveiled its first trailer concept powered by a dedicated hydrogen fuel cell at IAA Transportation 2022. thetruckexpert.co.uk/carrier…

Carrier Transicold reveals hydrogen fuel cell trailer concept

Carrier Transicold unveiled its first trailer concept powered by a dedicated hydrogen fuel cell at IAA Transportation 2022.

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Dutch truck marque DAF has launched its new range of vocational and distribution trucks, the XD series, at IAA Transportation 2022. thetruckexpert.co.uk/daf-lau…

DAF launches new XD distribution truck | The Truck Expert

Dutch truck marque DAF has launched its new range of vocational and distribution trucks, the XD series, at IAA Transportation 2022.

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