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More could be done to improve Scottish transport


Pressure from FTA has led to significant improvements to the Scottish National Transport Strategy (NTS2), published in February, with the document now recognising the importance of the logistics sector to achieving sustainable Scottish economic growth.

However, concerns remain that plans to phase out the sale of new petrol and diesel vans by 2032 are unrealistic without the right infrastructure in place.

“FTA is pleased the Scottish government has amended the NTS2 to recognise the vital importance of the logistics industry to sustainable UK growth,” said Margaret Simpson, FTA’s Head of Policy for Scotland, “However, our members believe it is crucial that Scottish government reconsiders its plan to phase out the sale of new petrol and diesel vans by 2032. Until the issues surrounding power supply are rectified, it is unreasonable to expect that all new vans bought after 2032 will be electrically powered. The homes and depots where vans are currently stationed do not have sufficient power supply to charge the vehicles. And as companies do not control or own the power supply network, it is the responsibility of government to take urgent action to ensure the infrastructure is in place.”

Simpson continued: “FTA is pleased to see the government has recognised in its strategy that congestion on the transport network is a major concern for the logistics industry. The document outlines the significant impact disruption to the supply chain has on businesses that rely on their goods being delivered on time, and to the level and quality expected by their customers. It is extremely encouraging to see Scottish government has understood the need for trade routes to be maintained/improved with direct links for freight and logistics routes to the continent. FTA is delighted to be continuing its work with government throughout the delivery phase of the NTS2 and expects long-term positive results for the industry.”

★www.fta.co.uk/membership/fta-councils/scotland

Published On: 02/03/2020 14:09:17

 

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