We all know how difficult it is to park an HGV for the driver to take an essential rest. Suitable stops are at a premium and those that are available are often full.
The DfT appears keen to develop a system of rest areas adjacent to the UK motorway system, similar to those found in France. We believe these will not cater for HGV's. The RHA believes that some rest areas should be provided exclusively for trucks.
What are your views? Are truck only rest areas a good idea?
We envisage nothing more than a park space with a toilet facility. No provision would be made for refreshments. These would need some security control however. Would you be prepared to pay a charge for parking at these rest areas?
You views will help us when we talk with DfT ministers and officials.
ROGER KING
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