There is a ‘compelling case’ for commercial vehicles to pay more under a national road pricing regime, according to a report (published 16 May) by the Social Market Foundation. The report comes as ministers prepare […]
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THE PRIME Minister’s proposed civil service recruitment freeze could see the UK’s HGV driver shortage escalate, according to Logistics UK. Also, road safety could be compromised if planned resourcing for heavy vehicle checks is halted. […]
Aberdeen Sheriff Court has refused an appeal by an HGV driver jailed for drink driving after he claimed he should have been ordered to undertake unpaid work instead. Timothy Humphreys was jailed in January for […]
THE DfT will provide £20 million to truckstop operators to improve security, lighting and shower rooms at roadside services for lorry drivers. Roads minister Baroness Vere said it is vital HGV drivers feel safe and […]
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THE UK is missing a golden opportunity to become a hydrogen super-power in transport, according to one of the country’s leading hydrogen trade association. Celia Greaves, CEO of the UK Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association […]
OBAN based MacLennan Distribution has acquired local haulier Waltons of Oban, making it the largest employer in the west of Scotland town. The company said the absorption of the transport firm also meant it had […]
HGV drivers have once again voted Glasgow as the best city to deliver to in the UK, citing good traffic conditions, access and layout. The Scottish city topped the list, with more than one in […]
IN 2021, Renault Trucks recorded ‘significant’ business growth, with a total of 51,460 vehicles invoiced (+25%) in a dynamic market, despite disruption of supplies to its production lines. Renault Trucks also recorded a 44% increase […]
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