The vehicle was driven by one of Forterra’s Delivery Agents, Garth Brooks, along with Mobile LGV Mechanic, Martin Birkenhead — both of whom helped out with the demonstrations. The event focussed on the importance of maintaining a constant awareness of blind spots while driving; and several of the young… Read more »
HGV driver shortage persists but recruitment initiatives starting to bear fruit, says Logistics UK
The UK’s HGV driver shortage remains chronic, according to Logistics UK’s analysis of the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) Labour Force Survey data. But with the number of HGV drivers in employment not falling as significantly as in recent quarters, the business group has expressed cautious optimism that initiatives… Read more »
Logistics UK reacts to civil service recruitment freeze
The Prime Minister’s proposed civil service recruitment freeze could see the UK’s HGV driver shortage escalate if staff managing the backlog of driver testing cannot be recruited, according to Logistics UK. The leading business group is also warning that road safety could be compromised if planned resourcing for heavy vehicle… Read more »
Brexit update: change to freight licences due this week
HMRC has announced major changes to international freight licenses, which will come into effect later this week (21st May). Ahead of the new regulations, national same day courier service Speedy Freight is advising business owners to check their licenses now or face potential disruption. The UK government has confirmed that from 21st May… Read more »
Former HGV drivers: Rejoin the workforce with funded training spaces available
With the HGV driver shortage continuing to place pressure on UK supply chains, Logistics UK is urging HGV drivers who have left the workplace to consider re-joining the profession, with hundreds of spaces now available on government-funded refresher training courses, called Skills Bootcamps. Managed by the Driver Academy Group, a… Read more »
Top 5 Things To Know When Starting A Career As A Driver
Whether you are looking to change careers entirely, or else are currently working for one firm and are either wondering about branching out on your own or moving delivery companies, you may well be reading and receiving conflicting advice and information. So, in an effort to make things clearer and… Read more »
Logistics UK calls for urgent review of Operation Brock as humanitarian concerns are raised
Operation Brock – a Kent traffic management system intended to keep vehicles moving when there is disruption to travel across the English Channel – is leaving hundreds of HGV drivers stuck without access to basic hygiene facilities, food and water, according to Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business… Read more »
Break the Bias: Transport co-ordinator calls for more women to join sector
A Coventry-based transport co-ordinator has called on women to recognise the career opportunities available to them within the sector. Gemma Moyo, who works for waste management specialist CSG, believes more women should join the transport industry if they are looking for varied and rewarding long-term job satisfaction – a view… Read more »
XPO Logistics Holds Second UK Women Drivers Forum
Amplifies dialogue on diversity and advancement NORTHAMPTON, UK — 8 March 2022 — XPO Logistics, a leading provider of freight transportation services, will host its second women drivers forum at its national distribution centre in Crick, Northamptonshire, on 22 March. The company encourages all women drivers in its UK and… Read more »
William gets in gear for a great career with Meachers
When 18-year-old William Rayner left college last year, he hoped his ambition to drive heavy goods vehicles would set him on a career path. Undeterred by the fact that most companies won’t employ drivers until they turn at least 21, William applied to Southampton-based Meachers Global Logistics. His enthusiasm has… Read more »
