As the nation gears up for a general election in just under six weeks, Logistics UK has repeated its call for the appointment of a logistics minister in the next government.

The business group said research had shown the public understood the importance of logistics but believed the present government was not doing enough to support it.

It said a focus on investment and growth in the logistics industry would bring dividends for the UK economy.

“Whether manufacturing or retail, healthcare or education, every part of our economy relies upon logistics to provide all the goods needed to generate business and growth,” said David Wells, chief executive of Logistics UK.

“Innovative, integrated infrastructure backed by a national logistics network will deliver efficiencies and opportunities that can benefit us all.

“Giving logistics a voice at the heart of government would ensure that the needs of industry and business are heard, and that our sector can work with government to drive up the country’s productivity.”

He added: “The establishment of a cross-Whitehall Logistics Productivity Forum, led by a dedicated logistics and supply chain government minister, would ensure that benefits from our sector can be delivered to the whole economy.”

The general election takes place on 4 July.

Logistics UK has urged all political parties to include the appointment of a logistics minister in their election manifestos

Logistics UK has urged all political parties to include the appointment of a logistics minister in their election manifestos

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