London, UK: The Road Haulage Association has written to the leaders of the three main parties ahead of this general election, repeating its calls for better and more secure roadside facilities, and skills investment. The letter also urges the next government to improve infrastructure and introduce more collaboration with the road transport sector.
RHA managing director, Richard Smith said: “Quite simply, our industry is a major employer nationwide – and a key economic enabler. The productivity and competitiveness of the British economy needs a skilled and efficient road transport and haulage sector; with the infrastructure in place to support it.
“We want to keep the UK supply chain moving and performing at the highest possible levels and our members and businesses across the industry want to know that our nation’s leaders are taking their concerns seriously and are willing to engage and collaborate.
“This week we have written to Rishi Sunak, Keir Starmer and Ed Davey, the leaders of the three largest parties to outline the key challenges facing operators. These challenges include skills shortages, a major lack of roadside facilities for drivers and the rising cost pressures facing many businesses.”
