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Be alert to 'carrier fraud' Carrier fraud, where criminals imitate hauliers and other subcontractors, has become a growing and prevalent threat for logistics businesses. TT Club's Mike Yarwood explores two common manifestations of this type of fraud, providing case study examples, explaining how they work and how to avoid becoming a victim.
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The hidden costs of cargo crime The RHA’s campaign for improved driver facilities is of critical importance to the UK road freight industry. But it’s not just about providing a nice, clean shower and somewhere to get a hot meal while taking a break, it’s about safety and security; both for the driver the load, says RHA's Richard Smith
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Tech tools for tough times Ahead of UKWA’s national conference next week, which this year focuses on digitalisation and automation, CEO Clare Bottle explains why the adoption of new technologies has become a critical consideration for the warehousing sector.
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CDS: The end of a difficult chapter Migrating from CHIEF to CDS for import declarations has been a slow, gruelling process. Now, as the focus switches to November’s export deadline, Steve Bartlett asks what lessons have been learnt from the import experience.
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For the record The Department for Transport may have relaxed the DVSA stance on record keeping under new tachograph regulations but uncertainties around drivers' hours rules remain, writes James Backhouse, director at transport law firm Backhouse Jones,
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