b'CART MARKING 1983 Bedford VanThe1983BedfordCF250vehiclewasfirst purchasedbyMrWarnerofSalisburyfor 4320.Hesubsequentlysoldittosecond owner, Tim Kelly (Kelly Group Chairman) who has maintained the vehicle with only a few minor repairs to prevent corrosion.The relevance of the Bedford CF250 model is quite significant as this was the first vehicle Tim Kelly used when he founded Kelly Brothers back in 1985, when the UK began awarding its first cable franchises to local operatives.OurBedfordVanreceivedafull-bodywrap last year showcasing the wide range of services the group provides across the nation. The van is now retired and only used at charity events and parades representing the Groups heritage.2021 Ford Transit Custom VanKelly Group is passionate and fully committed to carrying out our corporate social responsibilities throughouroperation.OurKellyFleet departmentiscontinuouslylookingfor opportunitiestocapitaliseonenvironmentally friendlysolutions;someoftheseincludethe trailing of EV vans. Sustainable transport is epitomised by this 2021 996cc hybrid van, where CO2 emissions are at 70g/km compared to a 2019 Transits 167g/km. The petrol engine powers a generator which fuels the battery and a 126hp electric motor. With some 30 miles pure electric range, plug-in charging is similar to the latest London taxi-cabs,providingrangeflexibilitycapacity.The Group is proud to have this innovative model representing our brand while operating in the City of London. Cart Marking CeremonyThe Origin of Vehicle LicensingCart Marking is an annual charity event showcasing a unique collection of vehicles dating back from the horse and cart to todays innovative vehicles. On a beautiful Saturday morning all participants lined up outside the Guildhall Yard, on London Wall, and entered through the Guildhall Arch where the traditional marking ceremony took place. Each vehicle was introduced by the commentator with a brief insight into its history.Dressed in traditional robes the Sheriffs, Master Carman, his two Wardens and the Master Glover branded each vehicle with a red-hot iron on the Carmans wooden licensing board, displaying the year letter and carr number. This ritual is known as Cart Marking. This was the earliest form of vehicle licensing. Cart owners had to pay for their licence, which permitted trade for standing and plying for hire in the City of London for the forthcoming year. A new mark needed to be branded annually, to allow the trade to continue.In 1838 an earlier legislation was repealed, empowering the Keeper of Guildhall to mark carts for an annual fee of five shillings - equal to 25p today. Five shillings is still paid to the City of London for each vehicle that passes through Guildhall Arch today.The Networker Autumn 2022 19.'