Signs HGV driver shortage pressures are easing, trade group says
The shortage of drivers is one of the reasons retailers have warned that consumers will have a reduced choice of food and drink at Christmas.
"It is still a challenging time, there is still an acute shortage of drivers certainly but there a number of signs of improvement that could be coming," she said. Ms de Jong said there had not yet been an increase in the number of drivers employed, which would be the most important indicator that the situation had improved.
"Lots of places don't allow you to use their facilities, like coffee and tea, even the loos in some places." Speaking to haulage companies this week, some said they were doing OK. Although they had increased pay, in line with the market. Some are coming up with their own initiatives in a bid to attract and train new drivers.
Drivers say roadside conditions are a particular problem. Government and industry both say they're putting effort into addressing this.
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