Furthermore, the Irish Government is seeking Brussels approval for its plan.

"This seems to us a crazy idea", said RHA Chief Executive Roger King.

"The UK has a common border with Ireland and the UK is Ireland's biggest trading partner. It is therefore essential that in the interests of open trade and uniform regulations, this height restriction application be rejected".

The RHA has written to Stephen Ladyman, the Roads Minister, inviting the Department for Transport to approach the Brussels authorities urging rejection of the Irish Government’s application.

"Such a height restriction is an additional red tape regulation, and since the UK Government is keen to reduce bureaucracy, I hope we can look forward to a positive response", concluded Roger King.