Logistics UK "disappointed" with the NIC Second National Infrastructure Assessment

The National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) published its Second National Infrastructure Assessment on 18 October 2023, a five yearly review which sets out a programme of transformation for the country’s energy, transport and other key networks over the next 30 years.  

Amongst its recommendations, the NIC has advised on the need for better maintenance of existing roads and targeted enhancements to speed up journeys on underperforming parts of the national road network and called for a long-term infrastructure strategy free from political considerations.  

Responding to the Second Infrastructure Assessment, Logistics UK has expressed disappointment at the lack of consideration given to the needs of logistics businesses.

“If our industry is to continue to deliver for the UK’s economy, we need confirmation of how this is to happen and fast – our members are the backbone of all activity for both businesses and consumers and need concrete plans now which they can implement in order to progress," said Mr Wells.

“As an industry, we are committed to decarbonising, but the infrastructure to support this change still does not exist. 2050 is still some way off, but our city centres cannot be revitalised without the delivery networks that our members provide to make them work.

“The NIA’s call for a long-term infrastructure strategy free from political considerations is a positive step to address productivity and capacity issues.

"If the plan is to facilitate genuine change and revitalise the UK’s economy, it is vital that spending on infrastructure is considered as a down payment on future growth, not an easy target for cuts, by this and future governments.”

The Second National Infrastructure Assessment can be viewed in full here.

Published On: 19/10/2023 14:30:00

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