Seeing fuel prices cut remains the top priority of hauliers, a new survey by Commercial Motor has revealed. Of the 200 operators who responded to the motoring magazine’s annual survey, more than eight in 10 said that lower fuel prices would have the biggest positive impact on their industry. Last year’s survey also saw lower fuel prices as the top priority. 46% expressed their concern at the continuing late payment culture and felt something needed to be done. Clamping down on rogue operators and improving the road network and capacity were other important priorities raised by hauliers. The news follows the announcement that the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is to investigate the way prices are set by the fuel industry, whilst a debate in the House of Commons is due on 20th September about the issue.
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