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Why YOU Need to Belong to a Trade Association for Couriers -
My Annual Rant - From the DA Chief Executive “ Dear Phil, - I am looking around to try & find a trade body that I might join, in able to get my views and concerns aired to the government about the effects of their policies on my business and countless others in the courier industry.
I have researched a number of other organisations, and it appears that all the 'big boys' or National & International courier companies have aligned themselves and are represented in Parliamentary Select Committee meetings by AICES. In the meantime, the FTA and RHA appear to represent the interest of the haulage industry and a whole bunch of Unions represent the individual rights of transport workers.....more
Money News MPs among others are already questioning the Government’s ability to police the new entrepreneurs’ relief scheme according to reports. -
The entrepreneurs’ relief rate, announced by the Chancellor in January as a concession to small businesses, will offer individuals a 10% Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rate on the first £1 million of gains they make over a lifetime...... more
Road Transport Europe’s new ideas on road safety - The European Commission has put forward proposals which the DfT is considering that will protect pedestrians and other vulnerable road users from collisions with passenger cars and light vans.... more
Focus on Business First Reviews released - The first Hampton Implementation Reviews, which aim to put an end to the one-size-fits-all approach to business regulation, have been released..... more
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Stone Watch Out! Road Pricing is Still About - Just when you thought that 1.8 million signatories to the anti-road pricing petition on the Downing Street website signalled the end of this poorly-thought out concept comes government backdoor plans that could see it back on the agenda. ..... more
Sweet Sixteen - Diamond Logistics Delivers Cake to Celebrate its 16th Birthday - Diamond Logistics, Surrey's premier courier company, surprised 16 clients by delivering birthday cakes to them to celebrate 16 years of business in Surrey .... more
Air Ambulance Trust to benefit from NetDespatch’s fund raising efforts - NetDespatch is raising funds to help towards the running costs of Thames Valley & Chiltern Air Ambulance Trust (TVAC). The Trust provides an essential life saving service for the Thames Valley area covering Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire.... more
CYC Logistics benefit from advanced mobile data and tracking system -
CYC Logistics http://www.cycplc.com has implemented DA Systems' NX Mobile Data and Fleet Tracking solutions to deliver instant communications and location information between its office operations and fleet of 140 vehicles..... more
Citysprint Supports Courier On Round The World Motorcycle Charity Trip -
‘Poor Circulation’ receives sponsorship from
CitySprint. The UK’s largest privately owned SameDay Courier business, is sponsoring one of its couriers – Geoff Thomas, aka Blue 88 – to embark on a round the world motorcycle trip in order to raise money for charity..... more
About The Despatch Association
working the industry for you
The Despatch Association is the trade association for the UK Courier
and Despatch Industry.
It exists to protect the interests of its members while raising the profile
of the industry and our aim is to support our members and to maintain
standards in the industry.
The Main Benefits of Belonging to the DA
Free subscription to Despatches Magazine,
and Despatches online. Intertrading and national coverage to
help you market your services through our 250 members around the UK Build up your business with our Code
of Practice, the DA logo, our model Terms of Trade and Conditions of Carriage
and many other resources Advice and Information on anything to
do with the industry, with running a small business and on new products
available to courier firms. Your business entered in the DA dierctory,
a national source of contact for new clients. Local, regional and national representation
in ensuring the courier industry's voice is heard and our interests preserved. A platform for your ideas to let you
speak directly to others in the industry.
Cheaper, yes, CHEAPER (in over 75%
of the time, so I’ve been assured by our brokers) Goods in Transit
insurance is now available through our dedicated insurance scheme, DA
CourierPRO. And not only that, but DA CourierPRO allows you to insure
either by weight or value of goods, whatever you prefer, and therefore
obtain the insurance package that is right for you. The scheme also extends
to cover public liability and employers’ liability. For contact information,
ring or email me at the DA Office.
Deal Two: Complete Software for Courier Companies -
DA Systems,
the IT solutions provider for courier companies in the UK, is offering
a 10% discount to DA members on their Advanced Courier Interface (ACI)
software systems. ACI was recently installed by CityBikes Couriers and
will be adopted by Diamond Logistics later this year. For more information
and to take advantage of this special discount, contact Sandra at DA Systems
on 01494 512626, or visit www.da-systems.co.uk
Hot off the press is a new batch of DA Stickers.
Get noticed by clients,
competitors and potential drivers, riders and office staff alike with
this striking addition to your livery. Available in 2 sizes, 12”X10”
and 6”X5”, they sell at cost price and really can make a difference
to your vehicle and company; they tell the world you’re a cut above
(by being a DA member, of course). Contact me for an order form.
Find out all the benefits of joining the DA by ringing Phillip Stone
on 01553 813479 or email him at phil@despatch.co.uk
Why join the DA ?
Who else is going to fight your corner and stand up for your rights -
The Despatch Association challenge the government on issues such as parking and employment law
Provide a first class level of support to your personal queries on how to handle difficult situations such as employment tribunals
We will keep you informed of the latest issues affecting your trade
You will gain respect from your clients (maybe even win more business!) as part of a recognised trade body
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Why YOU Need to Belong to a Trade Association for Couriers -
My Annual Rant
Cheaper, yes, CHEAPER (in over 75%
of the time, so I’ve been assured by our brokers) Goods in Transit
insurance is now available through our dedicated insurance scheme, DA
CourierPRO. And not only that, but DA CourierPRO allows you to insure
either by weight or value of goods, whatever you prefer, and therefore
obtain the insurance package that is right for you. The scheme also extends
to cover public liability and employers’ liability. For contact information,
ring or email me at the DA Office.