Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the H. Gittins Transport website and services. By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. About H. Gittins Transport

H. Gittins Transport is a UK-based transport and logistics company with over 50 years of experience in the industry. We provide road haulage, commercial vehicle repairs, HGV MOTs, vehicle parking, and commercial storage services throughout the United Kingdom.

2. Use of Our Website

Acceptable Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Transmit any harmful, threatening, abusive, or defamatory content
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the website
• Use automated systems to access the website without permission

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of H. Gittins Transport or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

3. Services

Road Haulage Services

Our road haulage services are subject to availability and our standard terms of carriage. We will use reasonable efforts to deliver goods safely and on time, but delivery times are estimates only and not guaranteed.

Vehicle Services

Our vehicle repair and MOT services are carried out by qualified technicians in accordance with industry standards and legal requirements. All work is guaranteed for the period specified in our service documentation.

Parking and Storage

Vehicle parking and commercial storage services are provided subject to availability and our facility terms. Users are responsible for ensuring their vehicles and goods are appropriately insured.

4. Enquiries and Bookings

Enquiries submitted through our website or other channels do not constitute a binding agreement. All services are subject to our acceptance and availability. We reserve the right to decline any enquiry or booking at our discretion.

5. Pricing and Payment

All prices quoted are estimates unless specifically stated otherwise. Final charges may vary based on actual requirements, additional services, or unforeseen circumstances. Payment terms will be agreed upon service confirmation.

6. Liability and Insurance

Our Liability

We maintain appropriate insurance for our operations. Our liability is limited to the extent permitted by law and the specific terms of service for each type of service provided.

Your Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

• Ensuring goods are properly packaged and documented
• Providing accurate information about your requirements
• Maintaining appropriate insurance for your vehicles and goods
• Complying with all relevant regulations and requirements

7. Force Majeure

We will not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, severe weather, strikes, government actions, or other unforeseeable events.

8. Data Protection

Our collection and use of personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

9. Compliance and Regulations

We operate in compliance with all relevant UK transport regulations, including those related to:

• Vehicle safety and maintenance standards
• Driver licensing and working time regulations
• Goods vehicle operator licensing
• Health and safety requirements
• Environmental regulations

10. Complaints and Disputes

If you have a complaint about our services, please contact us promptly so we can work to resolve the issue. We are committed to providing excellent customer service and will investigate all complaints fairly and promptly.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to our services immediately, without prior notice, if you breach these Terms or engage in conduct that we determine to be inappropriate or harmful.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by English law. Any disputes arising from these Terms or our services will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and H. Gittins Transport regarding the use of our website and services, superseding any prior agreements.