As the UK prepares for the upcoming General Election, the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT(UK)) is actively pushing for advancements in rail freight. Despite the election date remaining unset, the industry body is proactively shaping the direction of the election manifesto, regardless of the incoming government. A significant portion of their manifesto requests focuses on advancing rail freight initiatives.
CILT(UK) has released a comprehensive manifesto outlining policy priorities and legislative recommendations for the future of the UK’s transport, logistics, and supply chain sector ahead of the General Election. Addressing all parliamentarians and politicians, the chartered body emphasizes the need for better planning, policy-making, and implementation of rail freight-centric initiatives.
One of the key points highlighted in the manifesto is the necessity for long-term funding commitments to support rail infrastructure development. Additionally, CILT(UK) advocates for better local decision-making and policies aimed at achieving net-zero emissions across all transport modes, including rail freight. The manifesto also calls for a holistic approach to freight transportation, encompassing both road and rail networks.
CILT(UK) underscores the importance of engaging experts from various sectors to formulate a comprehensive plan for the next government, emphasizing the significance of stable, long-term funding settlements for rail infrastructure and services. They stress that achieving net-zero carbon emissions across various modes of transportation is a pressing priority that requires immediate action within the first 18 months of the new government’s term.
Daniel Parker-Klein, Director of Policy and Communications at CILT(UK), emphasizes the critical role of transport policy in addressing issues such as job creation, community development, climate change, and air quality. He emphasizes the need for serious debate on transport policy in the lead-up to the election, aiming to guide the next government in developing prudent and far-sighted policies for a modern transport system in the UK.
While CILT(UK) may not be vying for electoral seats, their advocacy highlights the importance of considering the logistics and transport sector’s needs in the electoral discourse, urging voters to prioritize transportation policy when making their electoral choices.
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