Richard

@CheekyVic Far,far away 😉

We've put our destination in the sat nav and it's 473 miles and 8hr, 21 mins Where are we heading? 👀 #roadtrip

@trucklifegb Sounds like a good start We are down south west in August In a nice way hope we don’t end up on the back 😉 Will keep eyes peeled 🚚

One week down… and what an amazing first week it’s been! 🚛 Looking back over the last few days, it’s amazing just how much variety this job has to offer. Every shift has been completely different and that’s one of the things I’m enjoying the most. You genuinely never know what the next phone call is going to bring. This week has taken me from attending breakdowns on busy motorways, where traffic is travelling at high speed just feet away, to recovering vehicles from quiet country lanes where every job presents its own unique challenges. Whether it’s helping a stranded motorist, attending an accident recovery or transporting a customer’s pride and joy, no two recoveries are ever the same. It’s certainly a world away from securing a load of kegs! This week I’ve been learning the fundamentals of vehicle recovery, including the basics of winching, safely securing vehicles onto the recovery bed and using the spec lift. Every recovery is different, so every job requires you to think ahead, adapt to the situation and make sure everything is carried out safely. Even the daily vehicle checks are completely different to what I’m used to. Alongside the usual walk-around checks, I’ve been learning the importance of ensuring the PTO is fully operational so the flatbed and spec lift function correctly, checking the warning beacons are working properly and making sure all of the recovery equipment is ready for whatever the day might bring. It’s a completely different way of thinking, but one I’m thoroughly enjoying. One thing that has really stood out to me is the knowledge and experience within the team. Everyone has been incredibly welcoming, patient and always willing to explain not only how things are done, but why they’re done that way. That support has made learning a completely new side of the industry both enjoyable and rewarding. After just one week, I can honestly say I’m loving every minute of it. Every shift brings a new challenge, another lesson and another opportunity to develop my skills. I’m looking forward to continuing to learn from such an experienced team and seeing what the weeks ahead have in store. Here’s to week two! 🚛💨 #HighfieldGarage #RoadsideRecovery #AccidentRecovery #BreakdownRecovery #Breakdown #VehicleTransport #HGVDriver #LorryDriver #RecoveryOperator

@TomGaymor Happy birthday Tom 🥳🥳🍺

At least the flash mob turned up 😂🥳🍻

@SallyAnn_Spence When is it due out? 👍🏻👨‍🌾👩‍🌾🚜

We’re recording at the Real World Studios - don’t think any of us the in The Hawkstone Farmers Choir can quite believe this is actually happening! What a fantastic experience & we are so excited for our album! 🎶🚜🇬🇧❤️🎶

@AlistairCarns Al, it’s very rare to see politicians who you can easily relate to. You sir are one. The people of selly oak are lucky to have you 👍🏻

I had a good conversation with the Chief Whip today where she offered me a return to government. After careful thought, I declined, with respect and with thanks. I resigned in June because I did not believe the defence funding on the table was adequate for the threats this country faces. I said so publicly and I still stand by every word. I've always said I would serve where I am asked. In normal circumstances, that is exactly what I would do, but the argument I resigned over has not yet been settled. To take another role now, in another department, would suggest that it has. Until the country is spending what it needs to spend on its own defence, my job is to keep making that case, honestly and constructively, from the backbenches. The appointment of John Healey as Chancellor changes the picture in one important respect. John resigned for the same reasons I did. He is a man of his word and he has made it clear that he will deliver on the commitments that led him to leave government in the first place. The Prime Minister knows exactly what John stands for and that appointment is meaningful and I welcome it. The people around the Cabinet table and across government are doing difficult jobs in a difficult moment and I will do everything I can from the backbenches to help our party and country succeed. Where I believe more needs to be done, I'll keep making that case in good faith. There is also serious work to be done on Northern Ireland Legacy, opportunities for young people, getting the country fitter and healthier, and I will keep pushing on all of that too. That's the job of a backbench MP and I take it seriously. Birmingham Selly Oak sent me here to deliver for them and that is where my focus remains... 🫡🫡

@iamtomskinner Brilliant education in life! BOSH

Henry’s 2nd day at graft with me in the van. He loves it! He got just under £200 in tips yesterday!! Today we are just out delivering mattresses teaching him how Van Life works. Nice and busy. Hope you all have a wonderful day whatever you’re doing. Quick cafe stop now. Bosh❤️

@chinnychick Viva espana ⚽️

Suck on that Argentina 🖕

@CheekyVic Just about to say how did you get out and then saw left hand drive 🤣🤣👍🏻

Well today has been interesting. It started with a message from home that the fridge had exploded during the night...well a bottle of Pepsi did! Have our pet sitter and the dogs a real fright... Then we had parking issues at our Airbnb...causing havoc as we didn't have the resident permit and then the police were called 🤦‍♀️ (after my superb parking too lol) Let's hope tomorrow is less dramatic!

@CheekyVic Ouch early morning flight - safe travels 🛫

Arrivederci Sicily..🌋 onwards to our next destination 🇮🇹🍋

@DAFTrucksUK Let’s go ⚽️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Can England book their place in the final tonight? ⚽ If they do, you'll have the chance to get your hands on some DAF water bottles... just in case you're in need of a hydration break 😉 To enter: - Like this post - Comment 🏆 Good luck! #Football #DAF #England #

@SpeedbirdSean Scottie’s in charge 😉🛫

Pimms? Who’s looking after the fleet?

@CheekyVic iPhones have been the same this week 🙁🔥

I literally need to put my laptop in the fridge to cool down...its overheating with these temperatures lol

@TomGaymor Quick tour of Kingston town centre 😉🚓

Policing is often not fantastic as showcasing the skills and training officers obtain and receive. Coming from the motorsports world I am interested in police drivers. Officers are classed via a training/qualifications framework that loosely ranges from basic up to advanced.

@ThemeParkWW Did it with the 3 year old who screamed the whole way around 🤣🤣

PAW Patrol roller coaster at Chessington World of Adventures 🐶 Have you experienced Chase's Mountain Mission yet? #pawpatrol #chessington #chessingtonworldofadventures #rides

@DAFTrucksUK ENGLAND

Who's pulling an all-nighter to watch England v Mexico? If England make it through, we've got even more sunglasses to give away! 😎 To enter: 👍 Like this post 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Comment ENGLAND Good luck! #Football #DAF #Trucks #EnglandvMexico #England

@jumpjim @JeremyClarkson @Costco The Cider is great too 🍺

Cheers @JeremyClarkson (Now available in @Costco and on British Airways!)

@ThemeParkWW Greatly enjoyed it Miss having it there tbh

Let’s take a throwback to one of my favourite rides at Chessington World of Adventures Resort 🚝 Safari Skyway was a fantastic monorail ride with awesome views across the park. It operated from 1986-2015 and took guests on an 8 minute journey! Did you ever ride Safari Skyway?

@chinnychick @FamersDog @JeremyClarkson On our list to do in a couple of weeks 👍🏻🍺🥂

Absolutely BRILLIANT afternoon out @FamersDog thanks for all you do for farmers, our forces and BRITAIN @JeremyClarkson 👊🙌👌🫡

@iamtomskinner You’ll need to swap the car for a minibus 😉 Many congrats to you all 👶

Welcome to the world, our beautiful little one ❤️ Today at 5:51pm, our little bundle of joy arrived weighing a healthy 7lb 13oz, and honestly, we couldn’t feel more blessed. Firstly, I have to say how incredible my wife, Sinéad, has been. You were absolutely amazing, darling. I am so proud of you. Watching you bring our baby into the world was the most beautiful thing, and I love you more than words can ever say. A massive thank you as well to the wonderful midwives, Jo and Sarah. You were both simply fantastic. Your kindness, care and support meant the world to us, and we’ll never forget it. Mum is doing brilliantly, baby is doing well, and my heart is fuller than ever before. Henry, Roma and Darla can’t wait to meet you, little one. You’ve already got the best big brother and sisters waiting for you. Our family is complete. Four beautiful children, one very proud dad, and a whole lot of love. Welcome to the world, little one. We love you endlessly. BOSH ❤️👶🩵

@iamtomskinner Curry is meant to help bring on labour 😉

Dinner is served. Bosh❤️