article_snippet: George Osborne is examining plans to offer funding to help with training of new drivers, amid warnings of shortage of 45,000 hauliers.
article_snippet: And since September, all drivers must obtain the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence, completing an extra 35 hours training, costing some £500.
article_snippet: Under the new rules, drivers who do not hold the new certificate face a fine of £1,000.
article_snippet: The Road Haulage Association wants George Osborne to offer funding to train a new generation of drivers - especially women - in next month's Autumn Statement.
article_snippet: The Road Haulage Association comes after a new Driver Certificate of Professional Competence was introduced across the EU, which meant drivers had to complete an extra 35 hours training, costing some £500.
article_snippet: Ahead of the Budget the industry called for £150million to increase training for thousands of drivers before the shortages hit vital supplies.
highlights_snippet: Ministers will also review need for funding extra training courses .
  