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Month in the media – November 2022
Political and economic turmoil may have been making headlines over the past few months but the logistics industry has maintained a significant presence in the news, thanks to the efforts of Logistics UK’s press office.
Key topics that generated coverage of note include the appointment of the new Prime Minister, the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s Autumn Statement and Fuel Duty, all of which featured prominently in the media this month. By maintaining and building strong relationships with the media, and providing timely responses to issues, the Logistics UK press office team has ensured that the views of members are heard on these – and other – issues. The team achieved 121 items of media coverage between 26 October and 24 November, creating the opportunity for approximately 10 million people to see Logistics UK and its messages.
COVERAGE AT A GLANCE: THE NUMBERS
Radio and TV broadcasts – 3
National online and printed press – 3
Regional press – 2
Online (transport, regional and trade) – 92
Magazines (printed transport and trade magazines) – 18
FTA Ireland coverage – 3
AUTUMN STATEMENT
Logistics UK’s pre-Autumn Statement submission to the Chancellor of the Exchequer and comments on various aspects of its contents, including proposals for a 23% increase in fuel duty next year, achieved coverage in the national and trade press, including lengthy quotes on iNews and MSN UK.
NORTHERN IRELAND
An interview took place on BBC Radio Ulster and Foyle on Northern Ireland logistics industry’s expectations for the new Prime Minister and his team. An interview was also placed on BBC Radio Ulster regarding the Northern Ireland Protocol.
SCOTTISH ROADS
Logistics UK was mentioned in a Scottish Press Association article which was published on Yahoo! and in several Scottish newspapers, on renewed calls for the dualling of the A9 and A96 following a recent increase in fatal accidents.
LOGISTICS AWARDS 2022
The publication of the Logistics Awards shortlist for 2022, and this year’s record number of entries, have been widely covered by the transport and trade media.
THE MONTH AHEAD
The press team will be reacting to breaking news stories as they unfold, as well as focussing on the skills shortage, and continuing promotion of the Generation Logistics campaign at every opportunity. The team will also be working on promotion of Logistics UK’s events programme, in particular the Logistics Awards which take place on 8 December, and the 2022 Transport Manager conference series which concludes in Coventry on 1 December.
Have you got a story? If you are keen to speak to the media about a pressing issue – from skills shortages to fuel costs, urban restrictions to future logistics – or to shout about some of the great work your organisation is doing, we would love to hear from you. We are also keen to hear from those with personal achievements to shout about – maybe moving a very unusual load, staff members who have received special awards or with unusual hobbies or expertise. And as always, the media is keen to talk to women working across the industry – we are particularly on the lookout for female drivers who are happy to talk to the press. Please contact Freya, Lauren or Jackie in the media team at press.office@logistics.org.uk – we look forward to hearing from you!
*www.logistics.org.uk/media
Published On: 24/11/2022 16:00:47
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