Logistics as an industry is highly flexible and can quickly adapt to circumstances, as we have seen throughout the COVID-19 crisis. Nevertheless it is good to have confirmation of how goods are expected to move between the UK and EU from the start of next year. "We are advising our members to do all they can to get Brexit ready, for example adapting their … [Read more...]
Higher speed limits for lorries now in force
The change to HGV speed limits this week will improve road safety for all road users, says the Freight Transport Association. FTA was voicing its support for the HGV national speed limit on single carriageway roads increased from 40mph to 50mph yesterday. The Department for Transport (DfT) revealed in July 2014 that the change to the national speed … [Read more...]
Renewed call for end to Severn tolls
Scrapping Severn tolls would be a welcome shot in the arm for business, says the Freight Transport Association. The tolls on the Severn bridges are an unfair burden on both businesses and commuters and must be scrapped as soon as possible, said the FTA after it was revealed the Liberal Democrats’ UK wide ‘Pre-Manifesto’ will contain a commitment to scrap … [Read more...]
