News / UK hauliers give temporary extension to working hours a very mixed reception

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Drivers and smaller hauliers have welcomed the UK government’s temporary extension to working hours, but the move has sparked furious pushback from the wider logistics sector.

On Monday, transport secretary Grant Shapps announced HGV drivers could increase daily driving limits from nine to 10 hours, or ...

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