Govt recognises positive impact of LCRS

The Department for Transport’s Freight Carbon Review has highlighted the positive impact of the Freight Transport Association's (FTA) ongoing Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme (LCRS) in the UK. At present, domestic transport accounts for approximately 25 per cent of all carbon emissions and therefore the government is eager to support those initiatives that make a real difference in reducing the amount of CO2 that is produced by vehicles. This is where the LCRS has been shown to excel in recent years. Responding to the positive review, FTA head of national and regional policy Christopher Snelling commented: "Our members are working hard to increase efficiency and reduce their carbon footprints, but both industry and government must continue to work together to identify where the freight sector can make the biggest wins." As a result, the FTA is calling on the government to make supporting those businesses that demonstrate a strong commitment to carbon reduction that much more of a priority in the years ahead. Ben Robb, brand manager at The Fuelcard People, adds: "Tackling the issue of carbon output and climate change is one of the most pressing needs of the UK logistics sector and the nation as a whole. It is therefore excellent to see LCRS receiving the rightful recognition that it deserves."