Logistics UK - Policy Hub
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Welcome to the official Bluesky channel of Logistics UK! We’re one of the biggest business groups in the UK, representing the entire industry. This channel highlights the policy work that we are undertaking on behalf of our members.
Members get ready... EES goes live on 12 October!
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Members get ready... EES goes live on 12 October | Logistics UK
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October 3, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Members get ready... EES goes live on 12 October!
Read the full story in this week's Logistics Magazine: logistics.org.uk/logistics-ma...
Read the full story in this week's Logistics Magazine: logistics.org.uk/logistics-ma...
Lithium batteries have become part of everyday life and are in almost all the electronics that we use.
The transportation of these batteries has become the norm, but do you know how to package and transport them safely as not to cause damage to them?
The transportation of these batteries has become the norm, but do you know how to package and transport them safely as not to cause damage to them?
September 15, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Lithium batteries have become part of everyday life and are in almost all the electronics that we use.
The transportation of these batteries has become the norm, but do you know how to package and transport them safely as not to cause damage to them?
The transportation of these batteries has become the norm, but do you know how to package and transport them safely as not to cause damage to them?
Logistics UK's Acting Chief Executive & Director of Policy & Communications, Kevin Green was invited to the opening of Howard Tenens Logistics' brand-new Heritage Centre at their site in Swindon.
Such a fantastic facility displaying the historic vehicles that have served the company since it began
Such a fantastic facility displaying the historic vehicles that have served the company since it began
July 25, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Logistics UK's Acting Chief Executive & Director of Policy & Communications, Kevin Green was invited to the opening of Howard Tenens Logistics' brand-new Heritage Centre at their site in Swindon.
Such a fantastic facility displaying the historic vehicles that have served the company since it began
Such a fantastic facility displaying the historic vehicles that have served the company since it began
More than 20 logistics professionals gathered for dinner last night to discuss The Labour Party’s first year in government with John McTernan, Senior Adviser at Burson and former Political Secretary to Prime Minister Tony Blair.
In a conversation chaired by Kevin Green, Acting Chief Executive
In a conversation chaired by Kevin Green, Acting Chief Executive
July 9, 2025 at 2:59 PM
More than 20 logistics professionals gathered for dinner last night to discuss The Labour Party’s first year in government with John McTernan, Senior Adviser at Burson and former Political Secretary to Prime Minister Tony Blair.
In a conversation chaired by Kevin Green, Acting Chief Executive
In a conversation chaired by Kevin Green, Acting Chief Executive
The announcement that the DfT will not modify heavy vehicle testing and allow Earned Recognition accredited operators to perform annual vehicle tests, through ‘delegated testing’, will be met with disappointment and frustration says Logistics UK’s Head of Engineering Policy, Phil Lloyd:
July 4, 2025 at 1:01 PM
The announcement that the DfT will not modify heavy vehicle testing and allow Earned Recognition accredited operators to perform annual vehicle tests, through ‘delegated testing’, will be met with disappointment and frustration says Logistics UK’s Head of Engineering Policy, Phil Lloyd:
Today Logistics UK and members met with the Welsh government’s Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, Ken Skates MS for an online meeting.
This focused on the top priorities for the sector, including the longstanding ask for Wales to have a deliverable Freight and Logistics Plan.
This focused on the top priorities for the sector, including the longstanding ask for Wales to have a deliverable Freight and Logistics Plan.
June 30, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Today Logistics UK and members met with the Welsh government’s Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, Ken Skates MS for an online meeting.
This focused on the top priorities for the sector, including the longstanding ask for Wales to have a deliverable Freight and Logistics Plan.
This focused on the top priorities for the sector, including the longstanding ask for Wales to have a deliverable Freight and Logistics Plan.
Great to be recognised across the House in this morning's Department for Transport oral questions as an essential growth-driving sector.
June 26, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Great to be recognised across the House in this morning's Department for Transport oral questions as an essential growth-driving sector.
In response to the publication today (23 June 2025) of the government’s Industrial Strategy, Kevin Green, Policy Director here at Logistics UK said: “Today’s Industrial Strategy recognises the critical importance of the logistics sector in helping to deliver the government’s growth plans.
Industrial Strategy
Strategy document setting out a new economic approach to backing the UK’s strengths, with ambitious plans for 8 high-growth sectors.
www.gov.uk
June 23, 2025 at 3:19 PM
In response to the publication today (23 June 2025) of the government’s Industrial Strategy, Kevin Green, Policy Director here at Logistics UK said: “Today’s Industrial Strategy recognises the critical importance of the logistics sector in helping to deliver the government’s growth plans.
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VIDEO: a group representing the haulage industry @logisticsuk.bsky.social has welcomed news the government's putting half a billion pounds into the Lower Thames Crossing
It means work will be able to start on the road link between Kent and Essex #kmfmnews
It means work will be able to start on the road link between Kent and Essex #kmfmnews
June 16, 2025 at 1:47 PM
VIDEO: a group representing the haulage industry @logisticsuk.bsky.social has welcomed news the government's putting half a billion pounds into the Lower Thames Crossing
It means work will be able to start on the road link between Kent and Essex #kmfmnews
It means work will be able to start on the road link between Kent and Essex #kmfmnews
Press Release: Lower Thames Crossing funding announcement – now logistics needs the full funding plan, says Logistics UK
Speaking about today’s (16 June 2025) announcement of government funding to start construction of the Lower Thames Crossing, Kevin Green, policy director at
Speaking about today’s (16 June 2025) announcement of government funding to start construction of the Lower Thames Crossing, Kevin Green, policy director at
June 16, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Press Release: Lower Thames Crossing funding announcement – now logistics needs the full funding plan, says Logistics UK
Speaking about today’s (16 June 2025) announcement of government funding to start construction of the Lower Thames Crossing, Kevin Green, policy director at
Speaking about today’s (16 June 2025) announcement of government funding to start construction of the Lower Thames Crossing, Kevin Green, policy director at
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Great to support the @logisticsuk.bsky.social event at the Scottish Parliament yesterday which highlighted the importance of forward thinking and ambitious #logistics operations.
Thanks to Alexandra Herdman, @fionahyslop.bsky.social and @sarahboyack.bsky.social MSP for the event.
Thanks to Alexandra Herdman, @fionahyslop.bsky.social and @sarahboyack.bsky.social MSP for the event.
June 12, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Great to support the @logisticsuk.bsky.social event at the Scottish Parliament yesterday which highlighted the importance of forward thinking and ambitious #logistics operations.
Thanks to Alexandra Herdman, @fionahyslop.bsky.social and @sarahboyack.bsky.social MSP for the event.
Thanks to Alexandra Herdman, @fionahyslop.bsky.social and @sarahboyack.bsky.social MSP for the event.
Logistics is "Unstoppable force for economic growth", says Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood MP.
Read the full story from our inaugural annual conference in Logistics Magazine here: tinyurl.com/35emp5tj
Read the full story from our inaugural annual conference in Logistics Magazine here: tinyurl.com/35emp5tj
June 6, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Logistics is "Unstoppable force for economic growth", says Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood MP.
Read the full story from our inaugural annual conference in Logistics Magazine here: tinyurl.com/35emp5tj
Read the full story from our inaugural annual conference in Logistics Magazine here: tinyurl.com/35emp5tj
"The latest Skills England report identifies 10 priority sectors essential to the UK’s growth and skills development, including finance, clean energy, digital and creative industries.
But there's one glaring omission: logistics.
In an economy that relies on the seamless movement of...
But there's one glaring omission: logistics.
In an economy that relies on the seamless movement of...
Skills England: Skills for growth and opportunity
Findings of Skills England's analysis and engagement with sectors on the growth and skills offer, and skills needs assessments for 10 priority sectors.
www.gov.uk
June 4, 2025 at 11:27 AM
"The latest Skills England report identifies 10 priority sectors essential to the UK’s growth and skills development, including finance, clean energy, digital and creative industries.
But there's one glaring omission: logistics.
In an economy that relies on the seamless movement of...
But there's one glaring omission: logistics.
In an economy that relies on the seamless movement of...
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Phil Roe, President of @logisticsuk.bsky.social opens the LUK Annual Conference at the QEII centre.
June 4, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Phil Roe, President of @logisticsuk.bsky.social opens the LUK Annual Conference at the QEII centre.
Member warning: Logistics firms urged to protect themselves against Russian cyber attacks
Read the full story in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/49a2mv59
Read the full story in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/49a2mv59
May 27, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Member warning: Logistics firms urged to protect themselves against Russian cyber attacks
Read the full story in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/49a2mv59
Read the full story in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/49a2mv59
Press Release
EU/UK DEAL IS A POSITIVE STEP WHEN RESETTING RELATIONSHIP WITH EU, SAYS LOGISTICS UK
Changes to the required checks on plant and animal products moving between GB and EU, and between GB and Northern Ireland, have the potential to strengthen the UK Internal Market and boost trade
EU/UK DEAL IS A POSITIVE STEP WHEN RESETTING RELATIONSHIP WITH EU, SAYS LOGISTICS UK
Changes to the required checks on plant and animal products moving between GB and EU, and between GB and Northern Ireland, have the potential to strengthen the UK Internal Market and boost trade
May 19, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Press Release
EU/UK DEAL IS A POSITIVE STEP WHEN RESETTING RELATIONSHIP WITH EU, SAYS LOGISTICS UK
Changes to the required checks on plant and animal products moving between GB and EU, and between GB and Northern Ireland, have the potential to strengthen the UK Internal Market and boost trade
EU/UK DEAL IS A POSITIVE STEP WHEN RESETTING RELATIONSHIP WITH EU, SAYS LOGISTICS UK
Changes to the required checks on plant and animal products moving between GB and EU, and between GB and Northern Ireland, have the potential to strengthen the UK Internal Market and boost trade
Operator’s guidance on Vehicle Safety Defects and Recalls Briefing Note.
With vehicle safety at the forefront of operator’s minds, the rise in safety defects and recalls are becoming a greater risk to operations. The process of managing these recalls can become challenging. Our
With vehicle safety at the forefront of operator’s minds, the rise in safety defects and recalls are becoming a greater risk to operations. The process of managing these recalls can become challenging. Our
May 19, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Operator’s guidance on Vehicle Safety Defects and Recalls Briefing Note.
With vehicle safety at the forefront of operator’s minds, the rise in safety defects and recalls are becoming a greater risk to operations. The process of managing these recalls can become challenging. Our
With vehicle safety at the forefront of operator’s minds, the rise in safety defects and recalls are becoming a greater risk to operations. The process of managing these recalls can become challenging. Our
UK needs to show ambition resetting EU relationship, says Logistics UK.
Find out all the details ahead of the UK/EU summit taking place next week, in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/43rxxkv4
Find out all the details ahead of the UK/EU summit taking place next week, in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/43rxxkv4
May 16, 2025 at 9:32 AM
UK needs to show ambition resetting EU relationship, says Logistics UK.
Find out all the details ahead of the UK/EU summit taking place next week, in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/43rxxkv4
Find out all the details ahead of the UK/EU summit taking place next week, in Logistics Magazine: tinyurl.com/43rxxkv4
We are delighted to announce that our Head of Skills Policy and Generation Logistics, Bethany Windsor and President, Philip Roe have been named as finalists for the upcoming everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards!
May 12, 2025 at 12:32 PM
We are delighted to announce that our Head of Skills Policy and Generation Logistics, Bethany Windsor and President, Philip Roe have been named as finalists for the upcoming everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards!
Following the announcement of the US/UK trade deal, Logistics UK Head of Trade and Devolved Policy Nichola Mallon said the logistics sector welcomes the agreement in principle but awaits the detail with interest:
“The logistics sector
“The logistics sector
May 9, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Following the announcement of the US/UK trade deal, Logistics UK Head of Trade and Devolved Policy Nichola Mallon said the logistics sector welcomes the agreement in principle but awaits the detail with interest:
“The logistics sector
“The logistics sector
Today, on the 80th anniversary of #VEDay, we remember the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of those who fought for peace and freedom in WWII.
May 8, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Today, on the 80th anniversary of #VEDay, we remember the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of those who fought for peace and freedom in WWII.
How are global trade developments affecting your business?
With international trade experiencing renewed challenges - including evolving policies and shifting global relationships, logistics businesses are navigating an increasingly complex environment, your perspective matters more than ever.
With international trade experiencing renewed challenges - including evolving policies and shifting global relationships, logistics businesses are navigating an increasingly complex environment, your perspective matters more than ever.
May 7, 2025 at 1:41 PM
How are global trade developments affecting your business?
With international trade experiencing renewed challenges - including evolving policies and shifting global relationships, logistics businesses are navigating an increasingly complex environment, your perspective matters more than ever.
With international trade experiencing renewed challenges - including evolving policies and shifting global relationships, logistics businesses are navigating an increasingly complex environment, your perspective matters more than ever.
How are the new #tariffs affecting your business?
With international trade facing renewed disruption, driven by US-imposed tariffs and China's retaliation, logistics businesses are under pressure.
Your voice matters more than ever.
As the leading trade association for the sector,
With international trade facing renewed disruption, driven by US-imposed tariffs and China's retaliation, logistics businesses are under pressure.
Your voice matters more than ever.
As the leading trade association for the sector,
May 2, 2025 at 1:44 PM
How are the new #tariffs affecting your business?
With international trade facing renewed disruption, driven by US-imposed tariffs and China's retaliation, logistics businesses are under pressure.
Your voice matters more than ever.
As the leading trade association for the sector,
With international trade facing renewed disruption, driven by US-imposed tariffs and China's retaliation, logistics businesses are under pressure.
Your voice matters more than ever.
As the leading trade association for the sector,
Thank you to @samcarling.bsky.social MP for joining Logistics UK in Parliament.
The #logistics sector:
✅ Keeps the #economy moving
✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap
✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if
The #logistics sector:
✅ Keeps the #economy moving
✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap
✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if
May 1, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Thank you to @samcarling.bsky.social MP for joining Logistics UK in Parliament.
The #logistics sector:
✅ Keeps the #economy moving
✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap
✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if
The #logistics sector:
✅ Keeps the #economy moving
✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap
✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if
Thank you to @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social MP for joining Logistics UK in Parliament.
The #logistics sector:
✅ Keeps the #economy moving
✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap
✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if
The #logistics sector:
✅ Keeps the #economy moving
✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap
✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if
May 1, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Thank you to @seanlwoodcock.bsky.social MP for joining Logistics UK in Parliament.
The #logistics sector:
✅ Keeps the #economy moving
✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap
✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if
The #logistics sector:
✅ Keeps the #economy moving
✅ Can drive #decarbonisation — with a gov-backed net zero roadmap
✅ Could unlock £8bn/year in growth if