This document establishes the legal modifications to the statutory requirements governing the maximum driving hours for operators of goods vehicles within Great Britain. The order was issued by the government to clarify and adjust existing transport legislation to ensure road safety and compliance. It serves as a formal instrument of administrative law, detailing the specific exemptions and modifications applicable to commercial vehicle drivers during the specified period.

Legal professionals and transport historians utilize this order as a primary source for understanding the evolution of UK road safety legislation. It is a highly technical document intended for regulatory compliance and historical legal research.