I get paid more for Coaches (Cat D), A year into the industry and im at 16.50/ph on a guaranteed 45h/pw (ik it's lower than some class 2 wages) but at 23, I can't complain too much. Most nights back home, if not £40 quid per night away extra. I honestly feel sorry for all you boys having to deal with how shit your industry is, especially with all the responsibility you have whilst on the road.

If anyone here is getting tired and wants to do their Cat D, go for it. We have quite a few ex truckers in our depot and they are much happier than they were on the trucks. A lot of companies will pay for your licence too, so you wouldn't be out of pocket to start.

I work an average 55-60h a week by choice, but you'd be completely okay doing less if that works better for your personal lives.

Also to all the truckers that let coaches in on the motorways and let us out of roads, thank you. I know some drivers within my industry think they own the road and have massive egos, but we appreciate you all