News / Euro hauliers eye UK as new base as new driver rules come into play

European hauliers are eyeing the UK as a new base as they look to comply with new EU driver regulations.

However, the UK Road Haulage Association (RHA) has concerns over driver shortages.

Legal advisory DWF polled 250 EU-headquartered haulage firms and found that, despite Brexit, Covid and new IR35 tax rules, 38% said the UK was the most sought-after destination for companies to either relocate or establish new bases.

Head of road transport Vikki Woodfine said: “Our survey clearly shows European road transport ...