Role of the freight and logistics industry in the UK during the covid-19 outbreak

Early day motion 1528, tabled 22 February 2021 by Mike Penning (Conservative). Signed by 8 members.

That this House welcomes the vital role that the freight and logistics industry has played during the covid-19 health pandemic; congratulates that industry for keeping supply chains moving and ensuring that goods including food and medical supplies continue to be delivered; recognises that some parts of that sector, particularly firms involved in events haulage were decimated early in the covid-19 pandemic; calls for greater recognition for those businesses and drivers who have been the unsung heroes of that pandemic; recognises that many parts of that sector have additionally had to cope with significant procedural changes as a result of the UK leaving the EU; and calls on the Government to ensure that the freight and logistics industry continues to be supported on key challenges including those relating to skills shortages, infrastructure and climate change.

Signatures by party: Plaid Cymru 3, Conservative 1, DUP 1, Independent 1, Labour/Co-operative 1, Scottish National Party 1.