Why this matters to buyers
Persistent driver shortages in the UK may lead to increased transportation costs and potential delivery delays for goods moving within or through the UK.
Recommended buyer actions
- Review and diversify logistics partners operating in the UK market.
- Assess inventory buffers for goods reliant on UK road haulage.
Original source context
HGV driver shortages pose a consistent challenge for the UK road haulage industry, as research has forecasted the need for 400,000 new drivers per year to match economic demand. Furthermore, fewer than 2% of UK HGV drivers are under the age of 24, with more than 55% aged between 50 and 65, highlighting that low […] The post Training, insurance and staffing costs risk worsening driver shortage appeared first on Logistics Business.
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