Call For Police Consistency On Abnormal Loads

TRANSPORT bodies are urging police to fairly and consistently apply regulations on moving large or heavy cargo.
Hauliers report that some police forces have imposed and are enforcing blanket movement embargoes on abnormal loads which they say are increasing bureaucracy and cost.
Firms have said that forces are being inflexible and are deviating from legislative guidance without industry consultation.
The RHA and Heavy Transport Association said police actions are delaying projects and increasing operating costs.
They make the point that these actions are causing knock-on effects on tourism, housing, manufacturing and construction by inconsistent police actions when hauliers can’t move vital loads efficiently.
They’re calling on chief constables to confirm if their forces are following College of Policing guidelines on Special Types General Orders (STGO).

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