driver crisis
Truck News28 May 2019One in seven HGV driver vacancies cannot be filled
Logistics businesses anticipate that 15% of their current HGV driver vacancies will not be filled due to the nationwide skills shortage.
Latest News25 Jul 2018Safety interventions can help fleets recruit and retain drivers, says SmartDrive Systems
Proactive, intelligence-led safety interventions can help fleets recruit and retain drivers, says SmartDrive Systems.
Latest News10 Jul 2018Road Haulage Association evaluates first 10 HGV drivers as an End Point Assessment organisation
The Road Haulage Association has now evaluated its first 10 HGV driver trainees as part of its challenge to help bring through the next generation of HGV drivers.
Latest News30 Aug 2017Concerns continue to grow over shortage of skilled HGV drivers
The freight and logistics sector is still suffering a shortage of skilled drivers, according to the FTA's July Quarterly Transport Activity Survey.
- Truck News22 Mar 2017
FORS urges members to address driver shortage
FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, has redoubled its efforts in addressing the transport industry’s ongoing driver shortage.
- Truck News18 Nov 2016
Chancellor urged to address driver shortage in autumn statement
Accountancy firm Menzies LLP is urging Chancellor Philip Hammond to address the current driver shortages and offset the expected post-Brexit industry crisis in next week’s autumn statement.
People News14 Nov 2016Cemex drivers graduate from apprenticeship scheme
Nine drivers have graduated from the Cemex Logistics Apprenticeship scheme.
Latest News28 Oct 2016FTA Driver Shortage report highlights reliance on EU nationals
A new analysis of professional drivers by the FTA shows a drop in driver shortages, but highlights the sector’s reliance on staff from the European Union.
Latest News22 Aug 2016B&M creates 100 jobs with launch of driver training scheme
Retailer B&M has created 100 jobs on the back of a newly-launched Widnes-based driver training scheme.
People News17 Aug 2016New funding packages for lorry driving apprenticeships welcomed
An improved funding package for apprentices in the transport sector has been announced that will open up even more opportunities for smaller firms.
- Latest News2 Aug 2016
FTA poll confirms driver shortage fears
A Twitter poll conducted by the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has confirmed that most parents don’t want their children to become truckers.
- Latest News14 Jul 2016
Blue Triangle Training aims to help tackle driver shortage
Newly-launched Birmingham-based driver training business Blue Triangle Training is offering tuition to drivers wanting to gain their HGV/LGV licences.
Case Studies8 Jul 2016Drivers Direct Recruitment: ‘Driver shortage is a gaping wound’
The deficiency is making life just as hard for driver supply agencies as it is for everyone else, says Drivers Direct logistics director Michael Watson
Latest News19 May 2016Road to Logistics launched to help plug driver shortfall
A new not-for-profit organisation called Road to Logistics has been launched to encourage companies to hire ex-services personnel and ex-offenders.
Latest News8 Apr 2016Fleets must improve working conditions to attract drivers, says transport minister
The commercial fleet industry must improve working conditions if it is to solve the driver crisis, according to transport minister Lord Ahmad.
- Latest News16 Feb 2016
Driver engagement vital to prevent CPC from becoming a ‘box-ticking exercise’
Relevancy, reinforcement and regularity of training are key considerations, according to FTA.
- Truck News23 Nov 2015
HGV driver shortage at crisis point as critics question Government steps to address issue
Three-quarters of operators are struggling to recruit heavy goods vehicle (HGV) drivers, despite Government efforts to address the shortfall.
- Truck News6 Nov 2015
Welsh government responds to HGV driver shortage
The FTA said the Welsh Government has responded to its calls for support with the announcement of a significant investment in driver training.
- Truck News28 Oct 2015
Driver shortage prompts ‘empty shelves at Christmas’ warning from hauliers
The RHA is planning to lobby MPs during its “National Lorry Week”, to address the driver shortage which is facing the industry.
Blog27 Oct 2015Driver shortage: potential impact on Christmas deliveries
Ben Daniel, partner at Weightmans, looks at the potential impact of the driver shortage on Christmas deliveries.
