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Logistics is an “unstoppable force for economic growth" says Future of Roads Minister at Logistics UK Annual Conference

Wednesday 04 June 2025

The UK logistics sector “lies at the heart of government’s plan for change” and is an “unstoppable force for economic growth” said Minister for the Future of Roads Lilian Greenwood during her keynote address at Logistics UK’s inaugural annual conference today (4 June).

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UK’s £170 billion logistics sector is unsung hero of the economy, says Logistics UK

Wednesday 04 June 2025

The UK logistics sector generates £170 billion for the UK economy, employs over 8% of the nation’s workforce and is a key enabler in the government achieving its growth agenda, according to The Logistics Report 2025, Logistics UK’s annual review of the sector.

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Fruit and vegetable border clarity should be extended to "Not for EU” labelling, says Logistics UK

Monday 02 June 2025

The announcement by DEFRA that import and export checks on fruit and vegetables will not be introduced from 1 July 2025 will provide relief for the logistics sector, comments Logistics UK.

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Response from Logistics UK to the removal of planning consent requirement for EV charge points

Friday 30 May 2025

The Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood MP has announced changes which will make it simpler and cheaper to install electric vehicle charging points for businesses and consumers.

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London Congestion Charge for electric vehicles will penalise operators, says Logistics UK

Thursday 29 May 2025

The proposals for the revised London Congestion Charge present a significant increase in costs for electric vehicle operators, which currently operate in the capital without facing a charge.

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“Licence Check” provides peace of mind for fleet operators

Thursday 22 May 2025

Logistics UK has launched “Licence Check” - the latest module for compliance suite Vision that makes the most current DVLA licence data instantly available to operators.

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Top speakers to provide expert insight at Logistics UK Fleet Engineer 2025

Tuesday 20 May 2025

Logistics UK’s hugely popular Fleet Engineer conference will be returning to the British Motor Museum in Warwickshire on 3 June 2025.

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EU/ UK deal is a positive step when resetting relationship with EU, says Logistics UK

Monday 19 May 2025

The EU and UK have announced a new deal which, according to Logistics UK, could drive growth by boosting trade, through reduced bureaucracy, costs and border delays.

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UK must be ambitious when resetting relationship with EU, says Logistics UK

Tuesday 13 May 2025

Ahead of the EU/UK Summit on 19 May, Logistics UK says that any future agreement must reduce border friction if the government is to achieve its growth mission.

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Logistics is key to the "London Plan", says Logistics UK

Monday 12 May 2025

The consultation on the “London Plan”, announced last week, will help create the strategic plan for Greater London, setting out the requirements for homes, jobs, transport, and other infrastructure, according to Logistics UK.

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