A logjam at the U.K.'s busiest commercial port adds to concerns that the country could see an array of shortages in the crucial Christmas trading period, including of toys and food.
Worries have mounted over recent weeks that the U.K.'s economic recovery is being hobbled by widespread shortages, which have been most clearly seen in long lines at gas stations and some empty shelves at supermarkets.
However, he said there is potential that some items may not be available nearer to Christmas, including toys and food. Britain's Conservative government has sought to dampen down on fears there will be a shortage of many goods at Christmas and says it is accelerating efforts to train more truck drivers and is offering thousands of short-term visas to foreign drivers, though few appear to have taken the offer up.
France Dernières Nouvelles, France Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
L.A. Port to Operate Around the Clock to Ease Cargo Logjams, White House SaysThe White House is expected to announce a pledge from one of the country’s busiest ports to operate around the clock, a move aimed at easing cargo bottlenecks that have led to shortages and higher consumer costs.
Lire la suite »
Christmas turns my kids into spoiled brats. Am I justified in canceling it?'I'll be frank: I don't want to do a big Christmas this year.'
Lire la suite »
Dylan Dreyer shares an update on baby Rusty and her new children's bookThe TODAY meteorologist can add author to her resume.
Lire la suite »
You Have Three Days To Buy Kosas Products For 20% Off*Adds everything to my cart*
Lire la suite »