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CILT(UK) warns transport investment cuts could weaken national resilience
Responding to reports that transport and net-zero spending could face cuts to help fund the Government’s forthcoming Defence Investment Plan, CILT(UK) has warned that reducing investment in transport would risk weakening the very systems the UK relies on in times of pressure.
Former TfL director warns that driverless taxis could increase delays and congestion
The London Assembly Transport Committee is investigating the impact that driverless taxis could have on congestion, as the capital prepares for an influx of self-driving taxis.
Heathrow ticket fares to increase following third runway bid
The cost of flying via Heathrow airport will soon rise due to their expansion aims, including a bid for a third runway.
UK car industry calls for delay of Brexit EV tariffs
The EU and UK car industries are urging the European Commission to adjust the Brexit trade deal and suspend, for a second time, tariffs on imports of electric vehicles.
£200 million lost per year due to rise in fare dodging
Transport for London (TfL) is cracking down on fare dodgers with fines and prosecutions as thousands of passengers jump barriers to avoid payment.
Is rail freight the future of goods movement?
MPs have recently been debating whether more goods should be moved by train to reduce HGV journeys, congestion and emissions on the UK’s roads.
The future of the industry comes together at CILT (UK)’s Next Generation Conference 2026
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) UK brought together young people and industry newcomers from across the country to learn from professionals and develop their skills at our Next Generation Conference at the John Lewis Distribution Centre in Milton Keynes on Thursday 11th June.
CILT (UK) seeks member input on proposed UK-EU SPS agreement changes
Many members working in the agri-foods and related sectors will be aware of the current negotiations to produce a new Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement with EU for movements between UK and EU.
Sterling whitepaper: AI - Friend or Foe?
Sterling has recently published a whitepaper which examines the evolving role of AI in customer experience and operations, and how businesses can strike the right balance between automation and human touch.
6-hour delays predicted for British travellers this summer
Millions of British travellers heading abroad this summer are being warned to prepare for major delays, with some experts predicting airport queues could reach six hour lengths due to the new European border control rules.
