The challenges posed by the COVID-19 virus will make the effective implementation of any new legislation impossible in the short term, says FTA, the business group representing the logistics sector. As a result, the industry is petitioning government urgently to seek an extension to the current transition period for leaving the European Union, as well as suspending other planned domestic legislation which will impact the logistics sector
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In reaction to COVID-19 the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed that all MOT testing of lorries and trailers has been suspended
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TIMOCOM, the leading freight and warehousing exchange is playing its part in maintaining supply chains by expanding access to its logistics system in light of the current crisis
Read More »A tech company which provides business management software for more than 1,500 companies across the UK is offering additional user licenses for free to customers
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The decision to suspend HGV testing in Northern Ireland has been welcomed by FTA
Read More »Following calls between RHA chief executive Richard Burnett and Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps, the Department for Transport has announced that the current limited Drivers’ Hours relaxation will apply to all road haulage operations from 00.01hrs on Monday 23 March until 23.59hrs on Tuesday 21 April 2020. This is a further recognition of the importance of road freight in providing all that is needed to keep our shops, hospitals, manufacturers and the rest of economy moving during the coronavirus pandemic by relaxing the Drivers’ Hours regulations. Commenting, RHA chief executive Richard Burnett said: “This is a blanket relaxation covering all sectors
Read More »FTA, the business group which represents the logistics industry, is reassuring UK consumers and businesses that the supply chain is capable of handling challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic
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Truckfile is about to boost vehicle maintenance to the next level of speed and efficiency – using spoken words, instead of paper or keyboard, to record all updates
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To help protect commercial drivers during the COVID-19 pandemic, FTA Ireland (FTAI) is urging cargo-carrying ferry companies to restrict cabins to one-person occupation, close all bars and restaurants on board and provide a room service for drivers to include meals and drinks
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The latest fuel theft fighting superhero is set to hit the small screen this month
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