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"Supply chain will cope if public don't panic," FTA insists
The FTA has reassured UK businesses that the supply chain is capable of handling the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic but said it would take the support of government and a flexible approach to keep goods flowing.“Logistics is one of the UK’s most flexible and adaptable industries,” explained policy ...
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ArticleELB Partners buys two Mercedes Actros as part of 50-year anniversary investment
Wimbledon-based ELB Partners has marked 50 years of business with two new Mercedes Actros, wrapped in a distinctive anniversary white and silver livery.The 20-plate HGVs, which come with camera-enabled technology to replace conventional mirrors, join two new DAFs as part of a £500,000 investment.“This year - 2020 - is a ...
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Article"Volumes at Christmas levels," claims EV Cargo Logistics
EV Cargo Logistics is reporting volumes at "Christmas levels" as it responds to increased demand for groceries across the UK.And the company said “a collaborative spirit” has developed across the industry, as it works with subcontractors and other hauliers to ensure shelves remained stocked in the face of significant operational ...
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ArticleDVSA suspends vehicle tests for two days
The DVSA has suspended vehicle tests for two days to reduce the spread of COVID-19.The move comes as hauliers reported that they were struggling to book vehicle inspections and MOTs due to shortfalls of staff.A DVSA spokesman said: “We are working to put contingency plans in place to help reduce ...
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Government's £330bn pledge for industry welcomed by hauliers
The government’s promise to provide a £330bn package of financial measures to keep the UK industry afloat has been welcomed by hauliers, although questions remain over how quickly they can access help.Chancellor Rishi Sunak said the government was prepared to do whatever it takes to shore up the economy and ...
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ArticleHSE to prosecute Reason Transport following investigation into death of HGV driver Petru Pop
Reason Transport is facing charges under the Health and Safety at Work Act following an HSE investigation into the death of HGV driver Petru Pop in November 2016.Pop died while making a delivery to a residential address in High Wycombe on behalf of Reason Transport.He was crushed to death beneath ...
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ArticleMorrisons to recruit 3,500 extra drivers and warehouse staff
Morrisons is employing 3,500 drivers and warehouse workers as it ramps up its home delivery network in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.It also said it would introduce new ways of delivering to customers, including vulnerable people and those affected by the virus.The supermarket wants to recruit 2,500 drivers and ...
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ArticleRules on drivers' delivery hours relaxed until 16 April
The government has relaxed EU drivers’ hours rules in England, Scotland and Wales for hauliers involved in the delivery of food and over-the-counter pharmaceuticals.The relaxation also affects deliveries of personal care, household paper and cleaning products.The Department for Transport (DfT) said this “temporary, limited and urgent relaxation” affected drivers when ...
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POSTPONED - All your questions about drivers' hours but were afraid to ask - answered anonymously by DVSA
The DVSA has had to postpone its campaign to remind HGV drivers and operators of the regulations around driving time and rests and to encourage them to stick to the rules as a result of the coronavirus.The relaxation of the drivers' hours for some drivers has made the DVSA push ...
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ArticleLondon Lorry Control Scheme suspended until 30 April
The London Lorry Control Scheme has been suspended in order to ease the passage of goods into shops and supermarkets.London Councils said the decision to cease enforcement of the scheme, which controls the movement of lorries at night and at weekends, was made in response to concerns by the industry, ...
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ArticleOTC and DVSA reject Backhouse suggestion they are failing to comply with the Code
TC Nick Denton is a regular speaker at compliance events for operatorsMuch of James Backhouse’s piece appears to conflate DVSA and the Traffic Commissioners (TCs) together and confuses the role of the regulators (TCs) with that of the enforcement agency (DVSA).Nonetheless, there are some points that we would like to ...
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ArticleRHA chief executive confident that government is listening to plea for action over coronavirus
RHA chief executive Richard Burnett has paid tribute to the “positive response” from transport secretary Grant Schapps MP (pictured) to a set of measures requested to support the haulage industry through the coronavirus epidemic.In a letter to Schapps seen by MT, Burnett warned that his members were “reporting catastrophic effects ...
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ArticleGovernment delays IR35 for a year in face of COVID-19 crisis
The IR35 tax reforms will be delayed for a year to help firms weather the coronavirus pandemic, the treasury has revealed.The move, announced by Chief Secretary to the Treasury Stephen Barclay, comes less than a week after the measures were confirmed in the Budget and a day after the House ...
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ArticleCOVID-19 pandemic could see Birmingham CAZ face further delays, council warns
The delayed Birmingham Clean Air Zone (CAZ) could face further setbacks due to the coronavirus pandemic, the council has warned.Birmingham City Council was forced to delay the launch of its CAZ in January this year following issues with the government’s online vehicle checking tool.The launch date was pushed back to ...
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ArticleJigsaw calls for help from hauliers as food and drink volumes spike
EV Cargo company Jigsaw is calling on UK hauliers with current capacity to help deal with the company’s increased national food and beverage volumes."As the likelihood of an extended COVID-19 lock-down grows, and the UK experiences a significant spike in consumer spending, Jigsaw hopes its boosted volumes will provide additional ...
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ArticleAgency Redwigwam waives fees on flexible workers to help logistics sector beat coronavirus
Employment agency Redwigwam is scrapping fees until further notice to help logistics firms ensure they have enough drivers and warehouse workers to keep the supply chain moving.The company specialises in helping firms find flexible workers to carry out short-term and ad hoc jobs.Lorna Davidson (pictured), founder and chief executive of ...
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ArticleMenzies Distribution reveals contingency plans to tackle coronavirus outbreak
Menzies Distribution has revealed the contingency plans it is employing to deal with the coronavirus outbreak.Commercial director Adam Smith said the health and safety of its employees remained the priority, along with keeping clear lines of communication open between suppliers and customers.He also revealed that Menzies has appointed Albert Lovell ...
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ArticleLogistics firms turn to private coronavirus testing to protect supply chain
Logistics companies are paying thousands of pounds to private clinics to test their drivers and warehouse staff for the coronavirus in the absence of widespread testing for the disease by the NHS.In a bid to secure their supply chains and fulfil contractual obligations during the pandemic, some companies are paying ...
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ArticleHauliers risk closure unless government gives extra financial support, warns RHA
The RHA has added to industry calls for the government to pledge immediate financial support for hauliers who face going out of business because of the coronavirus crisis.RHA chief executive Richard Burnett (pictured) has told transport secretary Grant Shapps to undertake a series of measures to ease the burden on ...
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ArticleIRU calls for financial help for operators to keep supply chains moving during COVID-19 pandemic
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) is calling on governments and banks to help ease the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on operators so they can continue to keep supplies moving.It estimates that global road transport activity could fall by up to 20% in 2020, depending on how long the ...