Road Haulage Association

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is a prominent trade body in the United Kingdom dedicated to representing and advocating for the interests of the road haulage industry. This sector is currently facing significant challenges due to record-high diesel prices, exacerbated by global events such as the war in the Middle East. The RHA has been vocal in highlighting the severe impact of these rising fuel costs on its members. Recent reports indicate that van drivers alone could face an additional £2.5 billion in diesel expenses this year, and coach operators warn of potential service cuts, including essential school transport. The association is actively calling on the government to intervene, specifically urging the scrapping of planned fuel duty increases. The current economic climate and supply chain disruptions make the RHA's role in lobbying for support and sustainable solutions for the haulage sector more critical than ever, as hundreds of firms are reportedly at risk of going out of business.