Encouraging words from Chris Grayling, the shadow secretary of state for transport, last week as he called on truck operators to link up with him and sidekick Owen Paterson in formulating future transport policy for the party.

I've met with Grayling a few times now and he seems to genuinely have an empathy with this industry, which is something we should all get behind. The Tories are ahead in the polls and look like having every chance of forming the next government. No matter what colour of politics you prefer, for us to have a special invitation to get involved in shaping future policy is a chance not many will get and I for one intend to use it. To get involved, either leave a comment here and i'll be in touch or contact Grayling and Paterson direct.