Tag Archives: Freight Transport Association

In relation to the launch of the Trader Support Service today (28 September 2020), Seamus Leheny, Logistics UK’s Policy Manager for Northern Ireland, comments: “UK businesses face significant challenges at the end of the transition period, not least the matter of customs and other formalities, which many will be encountering …

In response to the government’s announcement today (24 September 2020) on measures to support the economy, David Wells, Chief Executive of Logistics UK, comments: “Logistics UK warned government that urgent action was needed to protect struggling businesses to avoid an avalanche of redundancies and insolvencies; we are pleased the Chancellor …

In response to the letter sent by Michael Gove MP outlining the government’s projections for freight disruption at the end of the transition period, Ms de Jong commented: “Logistics UK has long warned government of the potential for border delays after the UK leaves the EU, and while there is …

Lack of pace in some government preparations for the end of the Brexit transition period could put the UK’s interconnected supply chain at risk, according to Logistics UK, the business group which represents the sector. While some of the systems being developed to manage the flow of goods and border …

In response to the government’s announcement of an Acceleration Unit to speed up Transport Infrastructure Projects today (21 August 2020), Elizabeth De Jong, Logistics UK’s policy director said: “The logistics sector relies on robust transport connections across the country to ensure the strength and resilience of the supply chain, and …

Following campaigning from Logistics UK, the largest business group in the sector, the government has announced the creation of a £200 million Trader Support Service which will provide a lifeline for Northern Ireland businesses who are adjusting to new trading procedures post-EU exit. However, with less than 150 days until …

Following campaigning from Logistics UK (formerly FTA), the government has confirmed that the safest goods vehicles will be exempt from HGV tests for up to 12 months to help clear the backlog after testing services were stopped by DVSA during the coronavirus crisis, as James Firth, Head of Road Freight …

In response to the government’s package of announcements made recently on urban road use, Natalie Chapman, Head of Urban Policy at Logistics UK (formerly FTA), comments: “The government’s plans present an opportunity to make cycling a more attractive option for private road users, however Logistics UK is urging government to …

FTA, the business group representing the logistics industry, has reacted positively to the changes to the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) by government, brought in on 22 July 2020. As James Firth, FTA’s Head of Road Freight Regulation says, it is now important that any changes made to the …

FTA’s Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme (LERS) has announced that entries are now open for its Leadership in Emissions Reduction Award, sponsored by ExxonMobil. The award recognises and celebrates the logistics company most committed to reducing emissions and leading the way in environmental excellence. The winner will be presented with the …