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HARRISMENT On returning from far away places with strange sounding
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names, one of my simple pleasures is to catch up on my Commercial Motor reading.
This enjoyment was deeply marred by the unjustified and scathing remarks stated by Mr A G Harris (CM, September 6).
I was literally born into road transport 45 years ago. I have gained tolerance and understanding along the way but nevertheless I was deeply hurt by these unnecessary comments.
Should I be not "willing to work", I would not be where I am today, possessing an excellent track record and a good standing within my profession.
I would suggest that Mr Harris may channel his youthful exuberance into the assimilation of my words and comments, instead of attempting to operate our industry on his own.
Efficiency, good equipment and a decent rate for the job, plus driver initative and motivation and a suitable reward, of course, more than compensate for longer hours. I see both spectrums so I know this is a proven fact. This driver motivation and initiative factor is so important — and impossible when one is tired. This fatigue is aggravated in the UK by the higher speeds; this is a proven fact also!
One factor is a certainty, nevertheless, and that is that Mr Harris and myself have one thing in common. Strange, you may think, but we both have hopes, dreams and a strong affection for our industry.
Dougie Vick Cheltenham Gloucestershire