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Latest alcohol and drugs information available from FTA

With Christmas approaching and celebrations getting under way, FTA is urging drivers to make themselves aware of drink and drugs legislation that could see them fall foul of the law over ...

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Journey reliability on A9 is core need for freight and logistics industry

In response to Transport Scotland publishing the first set of data illustrating how speed cameras have influenced driver behaviour on the A9 between Dunblane and Inverness, the FTA ...

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FTA to pilot new course for workshop engineering managers

The Freight Transport Association has designed a new course aimed at developing the careers of high level technicians, workshop supervisors and fleet engineering managers, for a ...

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Lorry park plan will ease Operation Stack nightmare, says FTA

Plans for a new lorry park in Kent to ease the disruption caused by Operation Stack will provide much-needed facilities for truck drivers and end road chaos for residents and businesses, according ...

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Congestion on UK roads worst for over 10 years, FTA survey reveals

A Freight Transport Association survey has revealed that congestion on UK roads is the worst it has been for over 10 years. FTA’s Quarterly Transport Activity Survey (QTAS) illustrated the ...

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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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