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Alarm sounded over lorry driver shortage

The shortage of HGV and delivery drivers, estimated to be as many as 100,000 is becoming a major concern.

Farmers Guardian
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Alarm sounded over lorry driver shortage

The shortage of HGV and delivery drivers, estimated to be as many as 100,000 is becoming a major concern. Last week the Government announced HGV drivers' hours would be extended by a conditional one...

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