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Chancellor sums up FTA Driver Shortage Summit in Budget

The Chancellor has accepted the government’s role in solving the driver crisis in announcing a review of driving tests and medical assessments for HGV drivers in his Budget statement today ...

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Judging takes place for Logistics Carbon Reduction Awards 2015

The judging for this year’s Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme (LCRS) Awards has taken place and the Freight Transport Association says that the standard of entries is higher than ever ...

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Common sense decision at last for HGV Driver Apprenticeship but question remains on licence acquisition

FTA has described the decision this week to approve the HGV Driver Trailblazer Apprenticeship as common sense. After a third submission, Minister for Skills Nick Boles MP has ...

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New edition of FTA Van Drivers’ Handbook now available

The FTA has published an updated edition of its Van Drivers’ Handbook - the essential guide to ensuring the safe, legal and efficient operation of vans and light commercial vehicles ...

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Safe Loading Pass Scheme – setting higher standards

A new Safe Loading Pass Scheme has been launched today by UK Petroleum Industry Association (UKPIA), and is to be managed by the Freight Transport Association (FTA) ...

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Updated European Road Transport Guide now available from FTA

The Freight Transport Association has published the 20th annual edition of its ever popular European Road Transport Guide, providing information and advice for UK ...

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Logistics needs Government support to achieve decarbonisation, says FTA

The logistics industry needs the full support of the government in order to achieve decarbonisation, the FTA has said, following publication today of a Committee on Climate Change (CCC) report ...

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FTA welcomes completion of A8 Larne to Belfast road

FTA has welcomed the completion of a £130 million project to improve the A8 Larne to Belfast road – a vital route for freight travelling to and from the port ...

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FTA urges drivers to be aware of Dartford Tunnel changes

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is urging members to make their drivers aware of changes to the Dartford Tunnel approach that come into force this

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Shippers need to get ready for new container weight rules now

Shippers need to ensure they are prepared for new container weight verification rules that come into force next year, FTA has advised. FTA says shippers could fall foul of the new legislation ...

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