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Truckstops get multi-million pound makeover in second tranche of funding

Posted on 4th March 2024 at 18:13

Truckstops get multi-million pound makeover in second tranche of funding

A further £16.5m is being spent on improving lorry parking facilities and increasing spaces for HGVs across England, the department for transport (DfT) has announced.

Roads minister Guy Opperman said 38 truckstops will be upgraded with new showers and restaurants, as well as better lighting and secure fencing so drivers can feel safer and sleep with greater peace of mind.

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https://motortransport.co.uk/truckstops-get-multi-million-pound-makeover-in-second-tranche-of-funding/18181.article

NOX EMISSIONS FROM HGVS FALLS BY 70%

Posted on 2nd January 2024 at 15:45

NOX EMISSIONS FROM HGVS FALLS BY 70%

RHA estimates that NOx from HGVs has been slashed by around 70 percent since 2013.

The improvements can largely be attributed to the introduction of cleaner Euro VI trucks onto the UK’s roads in the last decade.

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https://www.multimodal.org.uk/article/nox-emissions-from-hgvs-falls-by-70?utm_source=feedotter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FO-01-01-2024&utm_content=httpswwwmultimodalorgukarticlenoxemissionsfromhgvsfallsby70

LONDON’S DIRECT VISION STANDARD (DVS) IS CHANGING – FAQ FOR OPERATORS

Posted on 26th September 2023 at 17:37

LONDON’S DIRECT VISION STANDARD (DVS) IS CHANGING – FAQ FOR OPERATORS

New safety standards for HGVs operating in the capital are due in October 2024.

Transport for London (TfL) is launching its Progressive Safe System (PSS) which will replace the current Safe System.

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https://www.rha.uk.net/Media/News-Blogs-and-Press-Releases/News-Updates/Detail/articleid/1637

HAULIERS CALL FOR BETTER FACILITIES "CHANGE IS OVERDUE"

Posted on 6th September 2023 at 17:10

HAULIERS CALL FOR BETTER FACILITIES "CHANGE IS OVERDUE"

Drivers told the RHA of the grim reality of roadside facility standards during a visit to a local truck stop and called for nationwide improvements.

The drivers who spoke to the RHA noted a lack value for the money paid due to limited food options, typically fast-food chains, or sandwiches, leaving drivers with a low sense of morale.

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https://www.rha.uk.net/Media/News-Blogs-and-Press-Releases/News-Updates/Detail/articleid/1592

LONDON’S DIRECT VISION STANDARD – INDUSTRY CONCERNS IGNORED BY TFL

Posted on 6th September 2023 at 16:52

LONDON’S DIRECT VISION STANDARD – INDUSTRY CONCERNS IGNORED BY TFL

The RHA and Logistics UK, the two main groups representing the UK’s hauliers, have expressed disappointment that the new Direct Vision Standard (DVS) published by Transport for London (TfL) does not take into account concerns that have already been expressed by industry.

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https://www.rha.uk.net/Media/News-Blogs-and-Press-Releases/Press-Releases/Detail/articleid/1615

NUMBER 10 PETITION – MPS JOIN RHA PUSH FOR BETTER DRIVER FACILITIES

Posted on 10th May 2023 at 09:54

NUMBER 10 PETITION – MPS JOIN RHA PUSH FOR BETTER DRIVER FACILITIES

The RHA handed in a petition to No10 Downing Street yesterday calling for more safe and secure parking for truckers and coach drivers.

Dozens of MPs have added their voices to a campaign urging ministers to help improve roadside facilities.

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https://www.rha.uk.net/news/news-blogs-and-press-releases/news-updates/detail/number-10-petition-mps-join-rha-push-for-better-driver-facilities

RHA LEADS INDUSTRY CALL FOR IMPROVED DRIVER FACILITIES

Posted on 7th February 2023 at 09:03

RHA LEADS INDUSTRY CALL FOR IMPROVED DRIVER FACILITIES

The Road Haulage Association is leading calls to secure more lorry, coach parking, and improve the standard of facilities.

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https://www.rha.uk.net/news/news-blogs-and-press-releases/news-updates/detail/rha-leads-industry-call-for-improved-driver-facilities

GOVERNMENT MINISTER SUPPORTS RHA DRIVE FOR BETTER TRUCK STOPS

Posted on 30th January 2023 at 11:53

GOVERNMENT MINISTER SUPPORTS RHA DRIVE FOR BETTER TRUCK STOPS

Roads Minister, Richard Holden joined Transport Focus, the RHA and Logistics UK at an event to highlight delivering truck stop improvements for lorry drivers.

Transport Focus has been surveying drivers on what they want from their rest stops. Secure parking with good toilet and washing facilities as well as food provision were the top responses.

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https://www.rha.uk.net/news/news-blogs-and-press-releases/news-updates/detail/government-minister-supports-rha-drive-for-better-truck-stops

GOVERNMENT FUNDING TO IMPROVE TRUCK STOPS IS WELCOME – BUT NEW FACILITIES ARE VITAL

Posted on 30th November 2022 at 09:55

GOVERNMENT FUNDING TO IMPROVE TRUCK STOPS IS WELCOME – BUT NEW FACILITIES ARE VITAL

The RHA has welcomed the Government’s announcement that they’re opening a match funding grant scheme to improve HGV driver facilities.

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https://www.rha.uk.net/news/news-blogs-and-press-releases/news-updates/detail/government-funding-to-improve-truck-stops-is-welcome-but-new-facilities-are-vital

MP'S BACK RHA CALL FOR A 15PPL ESSENTIAL USER REBATE

Posted on 1st August 2022 at 10:25

MP'S BACK RHA CALL FOR A 15PPL ESSENTIAL USER REBATE

The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Road Freight and Logistics has today called on the Government to introduce an immediate ‘essential user rebate’ of at least 15 pence per litre for road freight, coaches, and logistics operators in light of sky-high fuel prices and growing inflation.

Click on the below link to read more.

https://www.rha.uk.net/news/news-blogs-and-press-releases/news-updates/detail/mps-back-rha-call-for-a-15ppl-essential-user-rebate

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Posts tagged “RHA - Road Haulage Association”

Truckstops get multi-million pound makeover in second tranche of funding

NOX EMISSIONS FROM HGVS FALLS BY 70%

LONDON’S DIRECT VISION STANDARD (DVS) IS CHANGING – FAQ FOR OPERATORS

HAULIERS CALL FOR BETTER FACILITIES "CHANGE IS OVERDUE"

LONDON’S DIRECT VISION STANDARD – INDUSTRY CONCERNS IGNORED BY TFL

NUMBER 10 PETITION – MPS JOIN RHA PUSH FOR BETTER DRIVER FACILITIES

RHA LEADS INDUSTRY CALL FOR IMPROVED DRIVER FACILITIES

GOVERNMENT MINISTER SUPPORTS RHA DRIVE FOR BETTER TRUCK STOPS

GOVERNMENT FUNDING TO IMPROVE TRUCK STOPS IS WELCOME – BUT NEW FACILITIES ARE VITAL

MP'S BACK RHA CALL FOR A 15PPL ESSENTIAL USER REBATE

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