driver shortage
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Latest News 15 Jun 2022HGV driver recruitment campaign and Future of Freight plan unveiled
New Government-backed recruitment campaign, aimed at tackling the driver shortage, is one part of DfT's Future of Freight plan.
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Truck News 1 Jun 2022Freight sector told to fix driver issues or face larger taxes
A Transport Select Committee report has concluded that the freight sector must take responsibility for fixing issues with driver retention, recruitment and welfare.
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Blog 26 May 2022Professionalising HGV driving
James Clifford, CEO of HGVC, explains how government should reform the Driver CPC to help improve driver retention and 'level' up the industry.
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Latest News 9 May 2022
Driver shortage: DfT data shows record number of tests
There are now currently record levels of HGV driving tests being carried out, new data produced by the Department for Transport (DfT) shows.
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Latest News 28 Apr 2022UK hauliers at risk of collapse as costs rise
Record diesel prices and rapidly rising wages for drivers are taking their toll on UK hauliers, new analysis suggests.
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Latest News 21 Apr 2022
Shortlist for the Microlise Driver of the Year Awards revealed
The shortlist for the Microlise Driver of the Year Awards has been announced, highlighting the best-of-the-best from across the road transport industry.
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Truck News 13 Apr 2022
Roadside facilities for HGV drivers get £20m upgrade
Roadside facilities for HGV drivers will benefit from a £20 million upgrade in an effort to boost driver welfare and recruitment.
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Latest News 23 Feb 2022Driver Academy Group attracts 700 new HGV drivers
More than 700 people have started training to become HGV drivers through the Driver Academy Group’s Skills Bootcamps.
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Truck News 1 Feb 2022Driver shortage risk through lack of Category C licence training
Employers risk running out of drivers through a lack of Category C licence training, according to RED Driver Risk Management.
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Latest News 31 Jan 2022Driver Academy Group provides Government-funded HGV driver training
HGV Drivers can access Government-funded training through the Driver Academy Group, a consortium comprising business organisation Logistics UK, HGV training specialist HGVC, and workforce solutions group Manpower.
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Truck News 18 Jan 2022LGV truck driver apprenticeship programme launched by BCA
BCA is hosting a number of regional apprenticeship open days to meet potential candidates interested in a career as a large goods vehicle driver.
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Truck News 16 Dec 2021
Driver shortage: Pressure on vehicle deliveries and collections
Incentives offered to drivers in the home delivery sector is “significantly” hampering the collection and delivery of new and used cars, says DMN Logistics.
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Truck News 13 Dec 2021
Driver Academy Group to train and place 11,000 HGV drivers
The Driver Academy Group has won the lead role on a government scheme to train and place 11,000 HGV drivers across England.
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Truck News 6 Dec 2021
HGV driver shortage: Logistics UK report suggests situation improving
A new report published by Logistics UK shows there is cause for cautious optimism that the HGV driver shortage is improving.
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Truck News 29 Nov 2021Lack of lorry parking facilities key to HGV driver shortage, MPs told
A lack of lorry parking facilities nationwide is a key contributor to the HGV driver shortage, Logistics UK told MPs on the transport committee.
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Latest News 15 Nov 2021Britain could see a shortfall of more than 22,000 van drivers in 2022
More than 15% of Britain’s van drivers are planning to quit their jobs within the next 12 months, new research from GoCompare Van Insurance, has revealed.
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Truck News 12 Nov 2021
HGV test changes ‘need caps on training charges’
The Advanced Supply Chain Group is calling for the introduction of mandatory mentoring schemes ahead of the changes being introduced on Monday.
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Truck News 9 Nov 2021
Driver shortage: Major review into HGV driver training announced
The Government review will look at ways to reduce the burden and cost of the Driver CPC for existing and returning HGV drivers.
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Truck News 8 Nov 2021
Wait of up to 24 weeks to take HGV driving test, research suggests
The Government is being urged to do more to solve the HGV driver shortage or risk the prospect of similar supply chain problems that led to the fuel crisis.
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Latest News 4 Nov 2021CitySprint recruiting 500 drivers ahead of Christmas
CitySprint has announced that 500 additional couriers are required across the UK, adding to its existing fleet of 3,500-plus vans, bikes, and cars.
