UK fleet operators are still having to pay more for diesel than their European counterparts, despite the 5p-a-litre fuel duty discount introduced in March 2022.
With the General Election imminent, the Council for Net Zero Transport is well placed to support the new government as it refocuses on the challenge of delivering net zero and maximising the benefits to UK Plc from the transition.
In Logistics UK's comprehensive report ‘Logistics: underpinning Scotland’s economy’, the organisation highlights the significance of the sector to the Scottish economy and identifies four key areas where the Scottish government must focus attention to drive inclusive growth:
The Road Transport Expo (RTX) took place this week 4-6 June at NAEC Stoneleigh and Logistics UK's Michelle Gardner was one of the key speakers invited to address the conference.
The van market continues to grow, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) published Wednesday 5 June. However, uptake of zero emission vehicles remains slow.
The trend of sending Self Assessment tax returns at the last minute every January is gradually changing in the UK, with thousands more people choosing to file early.
Whilst the general election campaign is now underway, Logistics UK continues to keep the industry front of mind with policy makers and its political outreach programme has been focussing on the devolved nations.
Container freight rates have surged by approximately 30% in the last couple of weeks due to diversions made necessary after a spate of attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels since November.
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The government has announced figures detailing the amount of road traffic experienced in on the Strategic Road Network (SRN) in the UK in 2023.
Did you know that transport managers need to keep up to date with more than 70 pieces of individual legislation to remain compliant?
Parts of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, which collapsed after being struck by cargo ship Dali on 26 March, have been removed with controlled detonations.
Logistics UK will be pressing the next government to address the findings of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC)’s annual report, which found that the government and wider economy currently lack the necessary skills and capacity to deliver ambitious plans for major infrastructure over the next five years.
With the alarming emergence of new QR code scams, particularly in public spots like car parks and on-street parking bays, QR Code Generator has revealed some expert tips to avoid falling victim to false codes and phishing scams.
With half term traffic set to increase travel times and congestion through the UK’s Channel ports this weekend, business group Logistics UK is urging government to identify and implement a permanent alternative to its Operation Brock traffic management scheme.
Yesterday, 22 May 2024, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak named the date for a general election, and the UK will go to the polls on 4th July, 2024.
Unlike cars, commercial vehicles do not currently have an audited repair standard for bodyshops against which to be evaluated, yet insurance and accident management companies need to be able to assess where to place vehicles for safe, reliable repairs.
HMRC has reminded businesses exporting goods from the UK that less than a month remains to move across to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS).
The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced an industry-led Task and Finish Group (TFG) to examine how standards of truck parking facilities can be raised nationwide, as well as how the capacity of available spaces can be increased.
With a General Election set to take place in the next few months, Logistics UK has maintained its focus on keeping logistics front of mind with key policy makers.
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