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Bus-lane plan to cut urban congestion
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THE FREIGHT Transport Association has called on the government to review night-time restrictions and to allow trucks to use bus lanes in an attempt to cut congestion in the UK's cities.
In its formal response to the government's consultation on local transport plans, the industry body says it is concerned that draft guidance gives little recognition to the needs of the freight industry.
The FTA warns that operators continue to face major problems delivering into towns despite the fact that they account for only 3% of traffic in urban areas.
Reliable routes are needed for moving goods and there is a need for proportionate regulations, which protect society without sti fling business it adds, warning that deliveries are hindered by a series of policies such as the London lorry ban, weight restrictions and a lack of loading facilities in city centres.
Stephen Kelly, FTA manager for highway traffic and urban access, explains: "We would like to see a review of existing night-time restticlions imposed by local authorities which impact on retailers "Making more deliveries at night would ease congestion during peak hours," he adds. "The FTA would also like to see trucks being able to use bus lanes.
"This would make a better use of existing road space — all too often operators' collection and delivery times are at the curse of private traffic."