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Let’s avoid another summer of discontent in Calais – says FTA

With the news of a planned demonstration in the Calais area this weekend, the Freight Transport Association has raised its concerns of another summer of discontent in and around the French port ...

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FTA poll confirms driver shortage fears

Low wages, inadequate roadside facilities and poor public perception all contribute to the road transport industry’s driver shortage crisis – and a Twitter poll conducted by the FTA confirmed ...

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FTA says logistics can help new Mayor & Assembly deliver cleaner, safer and more efficient London

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) says newly-elected London Mayor Sadiq Khan can deliver some ‘quick wins’ for the capital by working closely with the freight and logistics industry ...

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Calls to quit the EU Customs Union ‘premature’, says FTA

The FTA says it’s too early for the UK to quit the EU Customs Union following calls from International Trade Secretary Liam Fox MP to speed up the process. Responding to his comments ...

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FTA launches Live Drive Pro – enabling safer, more efficient fleets

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has announced the launch of Live Drive Pro, powered by Lightfoot, to its 15,000 members. ...

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FTA Consultancy provides Health & Safety solutions to Stena

Recommendations from the FTA Consultancy Service has provided essential port safety information to Stena Line – a major operator of freight and passengers vessels. Stena currently operates ...

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FTA members rise to challenge to find Driver of the Year

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has been inundated with nominations for its 2016 Driver of the Year competition. Applications to take part reflect the professionalism and dedication of ...

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FTA backs call for decent facilities for drivers

“Decent parking facilities providing basic needs for lorry drivers are a must” – says the FTA Reacting to the Transport Focus - ‘Take a break – Road users’ views about roadside facilities’ report ...

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FTA hopes new runway is a step closer

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) says it hopes today’s response by Heathrow to recommendations by the Airports Commission will bring the construction of a third runway a step ...

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Dover delays highlight need to look at bigger picture

Delays experienced by motorists heading for the Port of Dover this weekend highlight the need to look at the ‘bigger picture’ to provide facilities for all – says the FTA today ...

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