MP voices support of quiet night-time deliveries
Posted by Tom Benjamin
Transport minister Paul Clark has voiced his support of drivers who use their car lights and make quiet night-time deliveries.
Speaking at the Freight Transport Associations Urban Logistics Conference earlier today (March 10th), Mr Clark said that these deliveries can tackle urban congestion, reduce carbon emissions and allow more reliable deliveries without having a negative impact on the lives of residents living nearby.
He went on to say that such night-time deliveries can also save businesses time and money.
"With the adoption of best practice in quiet delivery technology and techniques, a balance can be found between protecting residents and relaxing curfews for a range of locations and store types," he added.
Back in January, the Quiet Deliveries Demonstration Scheme was launched. This Department for Transport-backed initiative requires local authorities to work closely with a retailer and introduce quiet night-time deliveries.
On the subject of night-time driving, Malaysian motorist Mr V Thomas recently wrote in the New Straits Times that those driving in the rain and in the dark would benefit from a fourth speed to windscreen wiper blade controls.
