Sustainable distribution

This section contains details of the Governments Sustainable Distribution Strategy and more detailed information on the development of Freight Quality Partnerships, a key element of the strategy.

The Sustainable Distribution Fund

Introductory information regarding the function and operation of the Sustainable Distribution Fund from April 2007.

Published:

01 December 2006

Progress on Government review of Mode Shift Grants and Sensitive Lorry Miles

The Government offers three grants to encourage freight transport to shift from road to rail or water. This statement details our current thinking on the next generation of grants, to apply from the year 2010 onwards. It also outlines the next steps in updating the Sensitive Lorry Miles valuations which underpin the grants.

Published:

06 May 2008

Sustainable distribution: introduction

The Sustainable Distribution Strategy provides a framework to deliver a modern, efficient freight transport system across all modes.

Published:

12 August 2003

Sustainable distribution: a strategy

This document outlines the Government's strategy for the sustainable distribution of goods and services in the UK.

Published:

08 March 1999

Last update:

05 January 2004

The Sustainable Distribution Fund for investments in England

This document sets out the Government's plans for the allocation of financial support for the promotion of sustainable distribution of goods.

Published:

09 February 2005

Freight Quality Partnerships

Further information on the development of Freight Quality Partnerships, a key element in the Sustainable Distribution Strategy.

Published:

08 December 2003

Good Practice Guide - A guide on how to set up and run Freight Quality Partnerships

Good Practice Guide 335.

Published:

05 March 2003

Good Practice Case Study - Freight Quality Partnerships

Good Practice Case Study 410.

Published:

05 March 2003