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• P&O Ferrymasters is checking its trailers before and after sea crossings and has installed rolling-road brake testers after receiving 29 immediate prohibitions in five years-23 of them for serious brake defects.
• Harwich, Felixstowe and Tilbury ports could face strikes from early October if harbour pilots who guide container ships ballot for • rial action on 29 September.
Switzerland plans to raise oad usage tariff, for international freight by 5Fr400 (2200) and set rail fares low enough to encourage hauliers to put their vehicles on to trains.
The Driving Standards Agency has sent a consultation letter to LGV trainers explaining its computerised bcL rig servici, for tests. They have until 17 October to comment.
The Department of Transport has begun a study this week into i-h•-1. emissions. Due to report in November, it could recommend stricter test standards and tighter enforcement.
The United Road Transport Union and Fair Trials Abroad are producing a leaflet for international operators about the dangers of working overseas. Contact: 081-607 9097.