This research was initiated in order to investigate the impact of the increasing number of restrictions and curfews placed upon the successful operation of distribution and logistics activities, especially deliveries in city centres. Local authorities in the UK are seeking to reduce noise problems during the night whilst also seeking to promote pedestrian and road safety, and remove traffic congestion at peak times. Although restrictions and curfews on logistics and distribution are based on the need to improve traffic flow and capacity, reduce pollution and encourage general safety, for example, the associated cost incurred by both large and small organisations that need to deliver to their customers by road may be considerable. Further, each local government authority was believed to operate in its own specific manner and hence with limited consistency in the application of regulations. This research investigated the implications of official restrictions for small and medium-sized distribution organisations, and explored how the imposed restrictions could be dealt with on a practical and mutually beneficial basis.