David WellsChief Executive Designate,

FTA

What have we learnt?

• The scale of the challenge – 60k LGV drivers

• We’ve got by through planning and compromise

• The shortage is recognised by all 3 parties

• We must keep the drivers we do have

• We must attract new drivers at a faster rate

• There is funding available but it’s complicated!

FTA’s commitment• To continue pressing government

• To press insurers to rightly assess and price the insurance risks of younger LGV drivers

• To promote the image of the road transport and logistics industry as a ‘Great Place to Work’

What can the Industry do?• Promote risk mitigation measures & persuade insurers to underwrite

younger LGV drivers

• Support initiatives to improve the industry image

• Be an employer of choice to retain staff

• Creatively source and attract new drivers

Thank you• Our sponsors

• Main Sponsor – Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland• Supporters – Cornmarket Insurance, Goodyear, Microlise• Media Partners – Commercial Motor

• Our speakers today from industry and government

• Our members and delegates for attending

• The FTA team planning and organising the event

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