Logistics sector needs European workers to keep Britain trading, says FTA

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Without workers from the European Union, the UK’s freight and logistics sector could grind to a halt, says the Freight Transport Association (FTA).  And while the Government’s policy paper (released 26 June 2017) provides a starting point for the rights of these workers to live and work in the UK after Brexit, FTA is calling for urgent clarification on the timings involved for the introduction of new workers’ rights.  In addition, the Association, which represents the UK’s freight and logistics industry, is petitioning the Government to ensure that the application process for EU citizens is as seamless as possible and prevent a lack of available skilled staff leading to avoidable delays in services.