It is so important to be aware of how you feel, reduce work related stress and pressures, and take the time to care for your mental health and wellness when driving. Increased stress can lead to more serious mental health issues and already in England, 1 in 6 people report experiencing a common mental health […]
Perhaps not the first thing that springs to mind when considering a job or your next move after education, logistics is often overlooked. However, the transport industry is absolutely crucial to the supply chain. A fast-moving and thriving sector, there are an abundance of career opportunities in this world. Your Options After Education When choosing […]
As you might already be aware, there have been some changes to the Highway Code, effective from January 29th 2022. This includes updates to the hierarchy of road users, overtaking cyclists or horses, and even the ‘Dutch reach’ – a method of opening your vehicle door to enable you to see over your shoulder […]
We know the past few years have been somewhat turbulent, but at Barnes Logistics, we like to look on the bright side. And we think the future of logistics is a positive one! With the average wage of an HGV driver having increased significantly in the past 2 years, combined with an increase in […]
Whilst logistics currently mostly has a male-based workforce, it’s important that we don’t forget the valuable contribution of the women who keep everything running smoothly here at Barnes and further afield in the industry too! From HGV drivers to recruitment consultants, the transport industry is reliant on the efforts of the hard-working individuals who help […]
Ever thought of a career in warehousing? What does it look like? What does it entail? Well, you’re in luck because we have all the answers to those questions below. At Barnes, we operate a 50,000 sqft space in Rochdale which employs a number of people. Warehousing is seen to be an exciting, hands on […]
Unless you have some special occasion during January, there isn’t much fun about it. It’s cold, dark and Christmas has left us with a (much) lighter wallet than we’re used to! On top of all that, things at work might be a little more frantic, as we prepare for the year ahead and the aftermath […]
There’s a podcast about pretty much anything these days. Hundreds of thousands of podcasts exist over multiple platforms, so figuring out what to listen to next can be challenging. Sifting through what’s actually good and what isn’t up your alley can be a tough task, but fear not, we’ve done the hard work for you! […]
2021 has been an eventful year to say the least. Still reeling off the back of 2020, this year has been just as turbulent as its predecessor. Yet despite the challenges this year has thrown at us we are entering 2022 with a positive outlook that things will get better, in fact they are already […]
The logistics industry is frequently covered in the media, but it’s no secret that HGVs and their drivers often get (unwarranted) negative press. It’s always unfortunate when a sweeping generalisation is made of those who are simply doing their job; but unfortunately, this is still sometimes the case. Without the HGV drivers who work […]