News / RHA raps DfT for lack of consultation over new plan for M20 truck queueing

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The UK Road Haulage Association (RHA) has criticised the Department for Transport (DfT) for not consulting the haulage industry over proposals for easing congestion on the roads to Dover.

Announced last week, Operation Brock will see one carriageway between junctions 8 and 9 of the M20 closed to provide temporary parking for trucks.

RHA CEO Richard Burnett said he was concerned that the interim plan was announced before a forthcoming public consultation on a permanent solution had taken place.

“We’re disappointed the government hasn’t engaged more with the haulage ...