RHA: MPs’ debate recognises haulage industry
Today’s long awaited fuel debate in the House of Commons saw an excellent turn out of cross party support; culminating in MPs backing a motion for action on fuel duty.
“It was extremely encouraging to hear those present give such a positive response to such a vital issue”, said RHA Chief Executive Geoff Dunning.
“Road hauliers in general and the members of the Road Haulage Association in particular will be encouraged to know that their hard work is recognised by their parliamentary representatives. The pressures under which hauliers operate was stressed by several MPs; it’s good to know that all the hard work is finally paying off.
“However, we cannot yet regard the abolition of January’s proposed duty increase as a done deal. There is still a long way to go but we are delighted that today’s debate has shown that the voice speaking in our favour is louder than ever before”.
“In the short term, we must see the January increase frozen but the fact remains that this will be a short term solution to a problem that must see a long term solution.
Road Haulage Association – phone us first
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Tel: +44 (0) 1932 838917
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