Road Haulage Association

It is the only trade association in the United Kingdom dedicated solely to road haulage.

As a trade association, the RHA is responsible for campaigning, advice, training, information and business services for its members within the UK haulage industry, including audits, risk assessments and contracts of employment.

The passing of the Restrictive Trade Practices Act 1974, however, meant that the RHA could no longer make recommendations to members on how rates should be increased to match costs, and the Black Book was discontinued.

Campaigns that the RHA has been involved with on behalf of its members include: Increasing Speed Limits – In 2015, the speed limit for vehicles weighing over 7.5 tonnes was increased from 40 mph to 50 mph.

Love The Lorry – Launched in 2015 with a function at the House of Commons, Love The Lorry is an annual series of events aimed at educating school-age children, promoting a career in logistics for students, and raising awareness of the industry that delivers 85% of the economy to the general public.