UK under pressure to put tariffs on Chinese vehicle imports
Britain’s car industry is facing a difficult decision between China and Europe, as manufacturers struggle to balance the benefits of both markets ahead of looming trade measures that could restrict UK exports to the EU.

Andy Burnham removes extra charges affecting passengers when flying
Passengers will see reduced prices for aviation travel as the government steps in to ease pressure on the cost of living by scrapping child seating fees and unnecessary admin costs.

Violence against rail staff at record high in the UK
Figures released by the Office of Rail and Road last month have revealed that the number of reported assaults on Great Britain’s railways has risen by a fifth to a record high of almost 25,000 incidents in a year.

Remembering Tony Ridley
We were saddened to hear of the death of Professor Tony Melville Ridley, British civil engineer and former director of CILT(UK) in 1991, who passed away at the age of 92.

CILT (UK) welcomes Steve Cross as CILT International VP and Trustee
CILT (UK) is pleased to announce fellow and long-standing member, Steve Cross FCILT CEng, has been appointed International Vice President and Trustee of CILT International.

Yusen Logistics Invests in the Future of Supply Chains with New Sustainable Distribution Centre in the UK
Northampton facility combines automation, sustainability and operational excellence to support future-ready supply chains.

CILT(UK) supports industry leaders and celebrates excellence at its Annual Conference and Awards Ceremony for 2026
CILT(UK)’s Annual Conference & Awards took place at the East Midlands Conference Centre on Thursday 24th September. The conference provided an opportunity for senior leaders shaping strategy, people and performance in logistics, transport and supply chain to focus on what effective leadership looks like in a constantly changing environment.

DfT sets out major new accessibility standards for buses
The Department for Transport (DfT) has formalised new guidance aimed at improving accessibility across the bus industry, following recommendations agreed by the Bus Manufacturing Expert Panel.

GMB Calls for 10-Hour Limit on Multi-Drop Driver Shifts
Multi-drop delivery drivers are routinely being expected to work 12 to 15-hour days, putting their health and safety at risk, according to the GMB union.
