FTW pick: Truck ban – RFA will go to court if necessary

The government proposal to ban trucks from public roads during peak time is nothing more than a diversion of attention from the real problem which is a lack of enforcement coupled with corrupt officials.

That’s the view of Road Freight Association (RFA) spokesman Gavin Kelly who says we already have more than enough legislation governing the industry.

RFA CEO Sharmini Naidoo says the organisation has taken up the issue with the Department of Transport and the minister.

“It is a very serious matter with some severe consequences for our industry,” Naidoo told FTW. “We have indicated our concerns to the minister and we will be participating in the public commentary process.”

To read the full article, part of FTW’s Road & Rail mini feature, click here.